NHTSA Recall 21V454000: Latching/release system (structure)
Temsa reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 295 vehicles. It affects 2014–2020 Temsa TS45.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V454000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › EMERGENCY › ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT › LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEM |
| Report received | June 17, 2021 |
| Owner notification | August 12, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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."
Safety risk
A broken handle wire on the emergency exit can delay passengers from exiting the vehicle during an emergency, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V454000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.