Van Hool Alicron: Loss Of Directional Control
Van Hool is recalling 1,672 coaches (Alicron, Astron, Astronef, and Astromega models) because certain front stub axle carriers may be made of incorrect material that could crack under extreme load and cause a wheel to separate, resulting in loss of steering control. Vehicles will be inspected to identify affected stub axle carriers, which will be replaced if needed, or tested to determine if replacement is necessary for those manufactured between April 2011 and December 2014. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- VAN HOOL
- Product
- Vehicles: VAN HOOL ALICRON, VAN HOOL ASTRON, VAN HOOL ASTRONEF, VAN HOOL ASTROMEGA. Units affected: 1,672
- Reason
- The material of certain front stub axle carriers may not be to specification and under extreme load conditions could crack. In the event of total failure a wheel could separate from the coach affecting directional control increasing the risk of collision. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to identify the stub axle carriers. Where the stub axle carrier bears a casting identification showing it is affected the stub axle will be replaced. Later (4/11 � 12/14) stub axle carriers could require material testing to identify if replacement is necessary.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2016-11-26
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/fcdf63de-6498-4ad7-92e9-ced25b5434f8