Recall 21V454000: 2014–2020 Temsa TS45
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 17, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 295
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Temsa is recalling certain 2014-2020 TS45 buses. The external release handle for the roof emergency exit may have a rusted wire, which could break when force is applied to open the exit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
The risk
A broken handle wire on the emergency exit can delay passengers from exiting the vehicle during an emergency, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
Temsa service centers will replace the external handle wire, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 12, 2021. Owners may contact Temsa customer service at 1-800-625-9319.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 Temsa TS45
- 2015 Temsa TS45
- 2016 Temsa TS45
- 2017 Temsa TS45
- 2018 Temsa TS45
- 2019 Temsa TS45
- 2020 Temsa TS45
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V454000
- Manufacturer
- Temsa
- Owner letters
- Aug 12, 2021
- Components
- Structure:emergency:escape/egress/exit:latching/release system (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology