Temsa: Safety Recalls in 2013
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 7 safety recalls made by Temsa in 2013. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
July 22, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Axle Shafts May Break
Temsa Global is recalling certain model year 2013 TS30 buses manufactured in April 2013. Due to an improper heat treatment, the axle shafts may break.
NHTSA ID: 13V317000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 10
Consequence Summary:
If the axles break while driving, the bus could become stuck in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Temsa will notify owners and dealers will replace the axle shafts. The recall began on August 20, 2013. Owners may contact CH Bus Sales at 1-407-271-8935.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
July 9, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Release Mechanism Labels/FMVSS 217
Temsa Global is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 TS35C and model year 2012-2013 TS30 coach buses. The label indicating the nearest emergency exit window release mechanism may be missing. Thus, these buses fail to conform with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
NHTSA ID: 13V304000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 249
Consequence Summary:
Without a label to identify the closest release mechanism, in the case of an emergency, passengers may spend extra time to find the location of an exit window release mechanism, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Temsa Global will notify owners and have any missing labels installed. The recall began on September 2, 2013. Owners may contact CH Bus Sales at 1-407-271-8935.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 13, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Seats may come Loose
Temsa Global is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 TS35C motorcoach buses manufactured November 2010 through May 2013 and 2012-2013 TS30 motorcoach buses manufactured November 2011 through April 2013 and equipped with 3-point seat belts. The bolts used for the installation of the seat were tighted over their torque specification which may cause the bolts to fail.
NHTSA ID: 13V250000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 256
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the bolts may break, failing to properly anchor the seat, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Temsa Global will notify owners and dealers will replace the existing bolts with new ones. The recall began on July 9, 2013. Owners may contact CH Bus Sales at 1-407-271-8935.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
May 8, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Fuel Tank may Leak
Temsa Global is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 model year TS35C coach buses manufactured from November 2010, through February 2013. Due to a production process error, the fuel tank may develop a leak.
NHTSA ID: 13V185000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
# of Units Affected: 172
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Corrective Action:
Temsa will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2013. Owners may contact CH Bus sales at 1-407-271-8935.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 10, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Incorrect Gauges and ABS Light/FMVSS 121
Temsa Global is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 TS35C and 2012-2013 TS30 motor coach buses. First, the two service air brake pressure gauges are both reading the pressure of the same air tank. Second, the ABS system malfunction indicator light does not illuminate momentarily when the key is turned to the 'ON' or 'RUN' position. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 121, "Air Brake Systems."
NHTSA ID: 13V135000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 228
Consequence Summary:
Without accurate gauges, the driver may not notice the pressure change in the secondary brake system. The driver may also not be aware of an ABS issue without the bulb illuminating each time the key is turned on. Either issue increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Temsa will notify owners and they will update the software, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2013. Owners may contact Temsa Global at 1-404-602-0151.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
March 29, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Steering Wheel may Lock while Driving
Temsa Global is recalling certain model year 2013 TS35C motorcoach buses manufactured between January 2013 and February 2013 and equipped without a key on the steering column. A component within the steering column may cause the steering wheel to lock.
NHTSA ID: 13V111000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 25
Consequence Summary:
If the steering locks unexpectedly, it would hinder the driver's ability to turn, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Temsa Global will notify owners, and dealers will remedy the affected buses, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2013. Owners may contact Temsa at 1-404-602-0151.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
January 2, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Reduction in Front Brake Performance
Temsa Global is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 TS30 motorcoaches manufactured from November 2011, through December 2012. When the vehicle is put in the "body lift" position, the brake hoses near the front tires become stretched.
NHTSA ID: 13V002000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 38
Consequence Summary:
After repeated use of the "body lift" function, the brake hoses may leak air reducing the braking force of the front brake system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Temsa will notify owners, and dealers will install longer front brake hoses, free of charge. The recall will begin February 20, 2013. Owners may contact Temsa at 1-404-602-0151.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No