Temsa Ts45 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

July 30, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Temsa recalls 2013–2016 Temsa Ts45

Recall number

15V479000

Brand / firm

Temsa

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 64 units

Why it was recalled

The low air pressure may cause the parking brakes to drag while the vehicle is in motion resulting in the overheating of the disc brakes, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Temsa Global Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. (Temsa) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 TS45 coaches manufactured from July 1, 2013, through July 28, 2015. Due to the low output pressure of the inversion relay valve, the affected coaches may have insufficient air pressure for the rear axle parking brake system.

What to do

Temsa will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2015. Owners may contact Temsa customer service at 1-404-602-0151.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.