Recall 18V882 covers 244 2015-2018 Van Hool TD925 and TDX25 vehicles for fire-suppression actuator failure. Repair is free at franchised Van Hool dealers.
Van Hool is recalling 244 2015-2018 TD925 and TDX25 vehicles because Kidde KDS-25 fire extinguishers in the optional fire suppression system have actuators that can fail to discharge suppressant during a fire. If the system does not work as intended, injury risk increases, and the Van Hool dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The optional fire suppression system on 2015-2018 Van Hool TD925 and TDX25 motorcoaches uses a Kidde Technologies KDS-25 fire extinguisher to release fire suppression agent when the system is activated. The actuator is the small mechanism that presses the extinguisher valve open. Its job is to start the discharge so the agent reaches the protected area during a fire.
On affected motorcoaches, the piston actuator does not have enough force to press the valve stem down. If that happens, the extinguisher stays closed even after the system calls for discharge. The problem is tied to specific actuator batch codes on the component label, so the label identifies which extinguishers are suspect.
There is no warning sign before failure. The fire suppression system can appear installed and ready, but the extinguisher will not release agent if the actuator cannot open the valve. Owners or service staff need the component label checked against the recall batches.
Who's affected?
Spans the TD925 and TDX25 across the 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 model years, with Equipment listed as the shared component.
| 2018 Van Hool TD925 | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2016 Van Hool TDX25 | Equipment |
| 2017 Van Hool TD925 | Equipment |
| 2017 Van Hool TDX25 | Equipment |
| 2018 Van Hool TDX25 | Equipment |
| 2015 Van Hool TD925 | Equipment |
| 2015 Van Hool TDX25 | Equipment |
| 2016 Van Hool TD925 | Equipment |
| Units affected | 244 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
If your VIN is included, a fire suppression system that does not work as intended increases the risk of injury in a fire. There is no known warning sign before that failure, so schedule the inspection soon and avoid delaying service. Repair is free at any franchised Van Hool dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2018 Van Hool TD925 or TDX25 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Van Hool dealer to schedule the free fire-suppression-system inspection.
- Schedule the electrical piston actuator replacement if the inspection finds the actuator issue that can stop the extinguisher from discharging during a fire.
- Bring the recall notice if Van Hool sent one. If not, reference recall number 18V882 and Van Hool recall P1039/SB1578 when you call.
- Call Van Hool customer service at 1-877-427-7278 with questions before your service visit.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Van Hool technician coordinates inspection of the KTI fire suppression system and checks the extinguisher actuator. If the electrical piston actuator does not work properly, it is replaced. The recall inspection and any needed actuator replacement are free, with parts and labor covered. Van Hool has a general reimbursement plan on file for related out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall notice. Bring repair invoices and payment records to the service desk, or contact Van Hool customer service to ask how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 12, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 9, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 6, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V882?
Recall 18V882 covers 244 2015-2018 Van Hool TD925 and TDX25 coaches equipped with certain Kidde Technologies KDS-25 fire extinguishers in the optional fire suppression system. The extinguisher actuator can fail to discharge suppression agent during a fire, increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2015-2018 Van Hool TD925 or TDX25 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific coach is included in recall 18V882. If it is, contact Van Hool customer service at 1-877-427-7278 and ask for recall P1039/SB1578. Van Hool began the recall on March 6, 2019.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall remedy at no cost to the owner. For this recall, KTI inspects the fire suppression system and replaces affected electrical piston actuators free of charge through the Van Hool recall process.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the fire suppression system can fail to discharge agent during a fire. If that happens, occupants face an increased risk of injury. This risk is tied to the actuator in certain Kidde Technologies KDS-25 fire extinguishers covered by recall 18V882.
What if I bought the Van Hool coach used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2015-2018 Van Hool TD925 or TDX25 is included, then give Van Hool recall P1039/SB1578 when you call customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V882000 |
|---|---|
| Van Hool customer service | 1-877-427-7278 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V882 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V882000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →