TEMSA TS30 2013: SEATS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V250000

Make Model Year
TEMSA TS30 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2013-07-09 2013-06-13 2013-06-18

Production Dates: 2012-09-01 - 2013-04-30

Manufacturers Involved: Temsa

Component: SEATS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 256

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, the bolts may break, failing to properly anchor the seat, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

Notes

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.