NHTSA recall 17V498000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Temsa TS45
Reported Aug 10, 2017205 vehicles affectedTemsa Global Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.Built Nov 1, 2013 – Aug 10, 2017
The defect
Temsa Global Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. (Temsa) is recalling certain 2014-2018 TS45 coach buses. The hydraulic steering hose for the tag axle steering system may leak or burst during operation or service of the vehicle.
The risk
If the hose bursts during vehicle operation, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the leaking hydraulic fluid may contact hot engine components, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy
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.