No complaints are listed for the 2012 VAN Hool A300L. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-07.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as VAN HOOL A300L.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
1 recalls.
Date: 2016-03-09. Systems: SEATS.
Defect: Van Hool N.V. (Van Hool) is recalling certain model year 2012 A300L, 2011 C2045, 2011-2013 T2145, 2012-2015 TD925, 2016 TDX25, and 2014-2015 TX45 motor coaches equipped with certain Recaro Ergo-M Commercial Bus Driver Seats. The affected seats have J-Brackets that may be missing welds which could allow the seat belt anchorage assembly to separate from the J-Bracket.
Consequence: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Van Hool will notify owners, and dealers for the manufacturer of the seat will inspect the seats to determine if welds are missing. Any J-Bracket that is missing welds will be removed and replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Van Hool's recall number for this campaign is P814-SB1354.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
23 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 5 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
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| STRUCTURE | 3 |
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| SUSPENSION | 3 |
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| Emergency Window | 2 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
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| WHEELS | 2 |
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11020718
Date: 2025-07-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
The control arms of the front and trailing axles are equipped with a flexible ball-joint at the chassis side. Van Hool has several suppliers for the repair kit of this flexible ball-joint. All of the repair kits contain a flexible ball-joint, a spacer and a snap ring. Due to not equal thickness of
11019709
Date: 2025-06-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Mobile column lifts raise the vehicle under the wheels. This service bulletin is a reminder about the usage of mobile column lifts when lifting a complete vehicle.
11018226
Date: 2025-05-12. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: VISIBILITY/WIPER.
TO CHECK EMERGENCY SIDE WINDOW OPERATION To ensure trouble-free operation, the emergency side windows must be checked on a regular basis. This will allow you to confirm the proper operation of the emergency exit handle and unlatching mechanism, as well as the proper installation and function of th
11018227
Date: 2025-05-12. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, SUSPENSION.
INTRODUCTION The purpose of this service bulletin is to inform you about the removal and installation of Raufoss line fittings
11013089
Date: 2025-01-23. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Van Hool recently changed-over in production to a a longera articulation shaft (VH11717611) to fasten the wheel-suspension arms to the steering knuckle carrier/hub carrier. Field experience has shown that this change-over has a positive impact on the lifespan of the rubber bushings. The a lon
11013090
Date: 2025-01-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
This service bulletin provides you with information about the location of emergency side window decals so that the vehicle meets the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrationa s (NHTSA) Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) in the U.S and the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (
11010424
Date: 2024-11-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
This service bulletin provides you with information about the location of emergency side window decals so that the vehicle meets the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrationa s (NHTSA) Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) in the U.S and the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (C
10248730
Date: 2024-01-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: VISIBILITY.
This service bulletin provides you with information about the location of emergency side window decals so that the vehicle meets the National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationA?A A s (NHTSA) Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) in the U.S and the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standa
10245192
Date: 2023-11-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, STRUCTURE.
Van Hool has received a letter from Ventura, manufacturer of door systems, stating that they have recently received complaints on a regular basis about the door panel not being secured to the lower door shaft lever. A situation that can involve serious risks to passengers if they lean against the
10245205
Date: 2023-11-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Van Hool has received a letter from Ventura, manufacturer of door systems, stating that they have recently received complaints on a regular basis about the door panel not being secured to the lower door shaft lever. A situation that can involve serious risks to passengers if they lean against