CanadaCertain 1999–2013 Van Hool C2045 and 2004–2013 Van Hool T2145 buses sold by ABC COMPANIES are affected; the lower window on the entry door may have incorrect glazing. The glazing does not meet Canadian regulations and could reduce visibility, increasing crash risk. ABC Bus Inc. will notify owners by mail with instructions to install a non‑transparent vinyl cover as necessary, or owners may schedule inspection and repairs at an authorized ABC Bus Inc. service location.
How to identify it
1999–2013 Van Hool C2045
2004–2013 Van Hool T2145
The hazard
On certain buses, the lower window on the enter door may have the wrong glazing. Canadian regulations require certain glazing to be used on the entry door.
Incorrect glazing could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
What to do
ABC Bus Inc. will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to install a non-transparent vinyl cover over the window, as necessary. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the inspection and repairs performed at an authorized ABC Bus Inc. service location.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Transport Canada, collected from Health Canada, CFIA and Transport Canada. Check the original before you act on it.
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