Temsa | NHTSA Recall #21V454000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V454000 by Temsa. Affecting 2014-2020 ts45 buses Includes 295 affected units, Emergency Exit Handle Wire May Break/FMVSS 217, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2014-2020 ts45 buses

Defect Summary

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."

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V454000
Manufacturer: Temsa
Report Received Date: 2021-06-17T00:00:00
Subject: Emergency exit handle wire may break/fmvss 217
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 295

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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."
Consequence Summary: A broken handle wire on the emergency exit can delay passengers from exiting the vehicle during an emergency, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 92.2

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NHTSA ID: 21V454000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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