Recall 13V135 affects 228 2011-2013 Temsa TS30 and TS35C buses for inaccurate brake gauges and ABS indicator lights. Repair is free at any franchised Temsa dealer.
Temsa is recalling 228 2011-2013 TS30 and TS35C motor coach buses under recall 13V135 because the service air brake pressure gauges read from the same air tank and the ABS warning light does not illuminate at startup. Either problem can leave the driver unaware of secondary brake pressure loss or an ABS issue, which increases crash risk; the Temsa dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The instrument panel on 2011-2013 Temsa TS30 and TS35C motor coach buses gives the driver brake information before the bus moves and while it is in service. The service air brake pressure gauges are supposed to show pressure from separate air tanks, so the driver can tell whether each part of the air brake system has enough stored air. The ABS malfunction light is supposed to come on briefly when the key is turned to ON or RUN, confirming that the warning circuit works.
On affected buses, both service air brake pressure gauges read pressure from the same air tank. That means one gauge is not giving an independent view of the other tank. The ABS malfunction indicator also fails to light during the key-on check, so the driver does not get the normal proof that the ABS warning lamp is working.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or driver reviewing the dash can see the gauge problem only if the instrument panel is checked against the correct brake tank readings.
Who's affected?
Covers two Temsa bus models across the 2011-2013 model years, all tied to the instrument panel.
| 2012 Temsa TS30 | instrument panel |
|---|---|
| 2013 Temsa TS30 | instrument panel |
| 2013 Temsa TS35C | instrument panel |
| 2012 Temsa TS35C | instrument panel |
| 2011 Temsa TS35C | instrument panel |
| Units affected | 228 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Inaccurate gauges can keep the driver from seeing pressure changes in the secondary brake system. If the ABS bulb does not illuminate at key-on, an ABS issue can go unnoticed. Either problem increases the risk of a crash. Repair will be free at any franchised Temsa dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2013 Temsa TS30 or TS35C bus is included in this recall.
- Contact Temsa customer service at 1-404-602-0151 to confirm the free software update process.
- Schedule the software update that corrects the brake-pressure gauge readings and ABS malfunction lamp check.
- Bring the recall notice if Temsa mailed one. If not, reference recall number 13V135 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the update is complete, and watch the brake air-pressure gauges and ABS warning lamp during startup.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Temsa technician updates the software tied to the air brake pressure gauge readings and the ABS malfunction indicator light. The known remedy is a software update, with parts and labor covered by the recall when the dealer repair is open. The filing says the recall began on June 3, 2013, and owners were notified. Contact Temsa or a Temsa dealer for service handling.
Timeline
| April 10, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 3, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V135?
Recall 13V135 covers 228 2011-2013 Temsa TS30 and TS35C motor coach buses with incorrect air brake gauge readings and an ABS malfunction light that does not illuminate at key-on. Either issue increases crash risk. Temsa updates the software for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2013 Temsa TS30 or TS35C is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 13V135. If it is, contact Temsa service or a franchised Temsa dealer to schedule the software update. Reference recall number 13V135 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Temsa's remedy says owners receive the software update free of charge. Federal recall law also requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. The recall repair began on June 3, 2013.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is missed brake-system information. The service air brake gauges can show pressure from the same tank, and the ABS malfunction light does not illuminate when the key is turned on. That leaves the driver without the expected warning for brake pressure or ABS trouble, increasing crash risk.
Who can I contact about Temsa recall 13V135?
Contact Temsa Global at 1-404-602-0151 for recall 13V135 service details. Have your VIN ready before you call so Temsa or the dealer can confirm whether your TS30 or TS35C is included and schedule the free software update.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V135000 |
|---|---|
| Temsa customer service | 1-404-602-0151 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V135 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V135000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →