TSB: VAN HOOL C2045, CX35, CX45, TDX25, TX40, TX45 (2005–2019)

Bulletin SB1508 — March 4, 2020

Bulletin Details

Bulletin IDSB1508
ManufacturerVAN HOOL
ModelsC2045, CX35, CX45, TDX25, TX40, TX45
Model Years2005–2019
Date IssuedMarch 4, 2020
Date Added to NHTSAMarch 4, 2020
ComponentPOWER TRAIN
Vehicles Affected18 combinations

What is a TSB?

A Technical Service Bulletin is a document issued by the vehicle manufacturer to inform dealership technicians about a known issue and the recommended repair procedure. TSBs are not mandatory recalls — they serve as repair guidance for common problems.

If your vehicle has this issue, bring this bulletin ID to your dealer. If under warranty, the repair should be covered at no cost.

Summary

Transmission refuses to shift into gear after a low air pressure condition. It has come to the attention of Van Hool that on the CX35, CX45, TX45 and TDX25 with Cummins EPA2013/EPA2016 engines and Allison transmission that the transmission

Affected Vehicles

MakeModelYearComponent
VAN HOOL CX35 2019 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL CX45 2019 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL CX35 2018 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL CX45 2018 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL TDX25 2018 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL TX45 2018 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL CX35 2017 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL CX45 2017 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL TX40 2017 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL TX45 2017 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL CX45 2016 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL TX45 2016 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL CX45 2015 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL TDX25 2015 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL TX45 2015 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL CX45 2014 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL TX45 2014 100000 POWER TRAIN
VAN HOOL C2045 2005 100000 POWER TRAIN

Related VAN HOOL Recalls

CampaignModelYearComponentSummary
CX45 2019 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR ABC BUS Inc is recalling certain 1999-2013 Van Hool C2045, 2004-2013 Van Hool...
CX45 2014 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR ABC BUS Inc is recalling certain 1999-2013 Van Hool C2045, 2004-2013 Van Hool...
TX45 2021 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR ABC BUS Inc is recalling certain 1999-2013 Van Hool C2045, 2004-2013 Van Hool...
CX35 2018 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR ABC BUS Inc is recalling certain 1999-2013 Van Hool C2045, 2004-2013 Van Hool...
CX35 2017 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR ABC BUS Inc is recalling certain 1999-2013 Van Hool C2045, 2004-2013 Van Hool...

What Should You Do?

If your vehicle is affected by this TSB, contact your authorized VAN HOOL dealer. Bring this bulletin ID (SB1508) when you visit. If under warranty, the repair should be free. If your warranty has expired, ask about goodwill coverage — manufacturers sometimes cover TSB-related repairs beyond the warranty period.

Frequently Asked Questions

A recall is a mandatory safety fix — the manufacturer must repair every affected vehicle for free. A TSB is an advisory document that describes a known issue and the recommended fix, but repairs are not required. However, some TSBs eventually lead to recalls if the issue poses a safety risk. TSBs are generally issued for quality or performance problems, while recalls address safety defects.

If your vehicle is still under the manufacturer's warranty, TSB-related repairs are typically covered at no cost. If your warranty has expired, you can ask the dealer about goodwill or customer assistance programs. Many manufacturers will cover or partially cover repairs for well-known issues, especially if the TSB was issued recently or affects a large number of vehicles.

Check the make, model, and model year listed above against your vehicle. If they match, this bulletin likely applies. However, TSBs may only affect vehicles with specific production dates, VIN ranges, or configurations. Your dealer can confirm by entering your VIN into their service system, which will show all applicable TSBs and recalls.

This data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Manufacturers are required to submit copies of all communications (including TSBs) sent to their dealers to NHTSA. The agency makes this data publicly available as part of its vehicle safety monitoring program.