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SevereNHTSA·17V498000·Announced 2017-08-10

Temsa Recalls 2014-2018 TS45 Buses Due to Steering Hose Leak Risk

Temsa is recalling 2014-2018 TS45 coach buses because the tag axle steering hydraulic hose may leak or burst, potentially causing loss of control or fire.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the steering system that can lead to loss of vehicle control and fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Temsa Global Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. is recalling certain 2014-2018 TS45 coach buses. The recall addresses a defect in the hydraulic steering hose for the tag axle steering system, which may leak or burst during vehicle operation or service.

If the hose bursts while the vehicle is in operation, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, leaking hydraulic fluid may come into contact with hot engine components, which increases the risk of a fire.

Temsa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tag axle's steering hydraulic hoses free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2017. Owners may contact Temsa's agent, CH Bus Sales, at 1-407-271-8935, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
TEMSA TS45
Brand
TEMSA
Manufacturer
Temsa Global Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.
Category
Vehicle — Coach Bus
Hazard
Affected units
205

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • TS45

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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