Does the 2012 Van Hool T2140 have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, fuel system, diesel, engine and engine cooling, electronic stability control (esc). Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2012 Van Hool T2140 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Van Hool dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Van Hool T2140?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2012 Van Hool T2140 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2012 Van Hool T2140. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Van Hool been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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2012 Van Hool T2140 recalls, newest first

January 31, 2017NHTSA 17V0640001,396 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Summary: Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain 2010-2014 C2045 and T2145 motorcoaches, 2014-2015 TX40 motorcoaches, 2014-2017 TX45 motorcoaches, 2011-2015 TD925 motorcoaches, 2014-2016 CX45 motorcoaches and 2010-2013 T2140 motorcoaches. When the vehicle is started in low temperatures, the steering wheel may be difficult to turn.
Consequence: Reduced steering ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Van Hool will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering box, free of charge. The recall began on February 21, 2017. Owners may contact ABC Bus, Inc. at 1-877-427-7278. Van Hool's number for this recall is P826.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 29, 2016NHTSA 16V8570001,612 vehicles potentially affected

Steering

Summary: Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 C2045 and T2145; 2010 C3045; 2016 CX35; 2014-2016 CX45 and TX45; 2009-2016 TD925; 2015-2016 TDX25 and TX40 and 2010-2013 T2140 motorcoaches. In the affected vehicles, the front steering knuckle carriers may crack.
Consequence: Cracking of a steering knuckle carrier may result in its total failure, allowing a wheel to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Van Hool will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering knuckle carriers that were produced from August 2009 through March 2011. Carriers that were produced from April 2011 to December 2014 will be inspected by ultrasonic measurement and replaced as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 19, 2017. Owners may contact ABC Bus, Inc. at 1-877-427-7278. Van Hool's number for this recall is P855. Note: This recall expands recalls 14V-569 and 15V-331.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 21, 2012NHTSA 12V286000203 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, diesel

Summary: Van hool is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 C2045, T2140, and T2145 vehicles, equipped with a detroit diesel DD13 engine. The pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. As a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Also a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy: Van hool is working with daimler trucks north america to repair these motorcoaches (please see 12E009000). Where necessary, the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 15, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-445-1980 or abc bus, Inc. Toll free at 1-877-427-7278.
Components: Fuel system, diesel; Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 7, 2012NHTSA 12V25700017 vehicles potentially affected

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Summary: Van hool is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 C2045, 2011-2012 T2140, 2010-2011 T2145 and 2011 TD925 motorcoaches, equipped with meritor wabco electronic stability control (ESC) modules, manufactured from August 2005, through September 2011. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (ESC) system. This might cause the ESC to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.
Consequence: The vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Van hool will notify owners via its dealer abc bus Inc. And replace the control module free of charge. The recall began on July 2, 2012. Owners may contact the warranty administrator for abc bus, Inc. Toll free at 1-877-427-7278.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2012 Van Hool T2140 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2012 Van Hool T2140 have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, fuel system, diesel, engine and engine cooling, electronic stability control (esc). Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2012 Van Hool T2140 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Van Hool dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Van Hool T2140?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.