Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelRecall 13V-135 · Temsa vehicles
Temsa Global Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. recall 13V-135 covers 228 Temsa vehicles for a electrical system: instrument cluster/panel problem, reported to NHTSA on April 10, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V135000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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."
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 1, 2010 to February 28, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.