1999–2013 Van Hool C2045, 2016–2022 Van Hool CX35, 2013–2023 Van Hool CX45 and 2 other models Recall: Front entrance door may have the incorrect glaze on the lower curb view…
NHTSA campaign 26V191000 · Visibility · filed Mar 26, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
ABC BUS Inc is recalling certain 1999-2013 Van Hool C2045, 2004-2013 Van Hool T2145, 2013-2022 Van Hool TX45, 2013-2023 Van Hool CX45, and 2016-2022 Van Hool CX35 vehicles. The front entrance door may have the incorrect glaze on the lower curb view window. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."
The risk
The incorrect glaze may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and install a nontransparent vinyl cover over the window as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact ABC Bus customer service at 1-877-427-7278. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Van Hool | C2045 | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Van Hool | CX35 | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Van Hool | CX45 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Van Hool | T2145 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Van Hool | TX45 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V191000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.