Recall 25V189 affects 11 2024-2025 Temsa TS45 buses for an incorrect certification-label weight rating. Temsa service centers replace the label free.
Temsa is recalling 11 2024-2025 TS45 transit buses because the certification label lists an incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. The wrong rating can lead to unintentionally overloading the bus and increase crash risk; Temsa dealers will correct the label free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The certification plate on a 2024-2025 Temsa TS45 bus is the label that lists the bus's official weight ratings and other compliance information. Service shops, inspectors, and operators use that plate to confirm how the bus is rated before it is loaded, serviced, or inspected. For this recall, the key value is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, which is the maximum loaded weight assigned to the bus.
On the affected TS45 buses in campaign 25V189, the plate was printed with the wrong Gross Vehicle Weight Rating because of a typographical error in the labeling system. The old plate lists 54000 lbs, while the corrected certification label lists 51500 lbs. That makes the label inaccurate and puts the bus out of compliance with the federal rule for wheels and rims on vehicles other than passenger cars.
There is no warning sign before failure. This is a labeling problem, not a driver-visible part failure, so an owner or operator should confirm the VIN and have the corrected certification plate installed.
Who's affected?
Covers 2024 and 2025 TS45 buses with the same certification plate label. VINs have been searchable since April 10, 2025.
| 2024 Temsa TS45 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2025 Temsa TS45 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 11 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect weight rating can lead an owner or operator to load the vehicle beyond its intended limit, increasing the risk of a crash. Until the label is replaced, confirm loading against the corrected rating before carrying passengers or cargo. Repair is free at any franchised Temsa dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024-2025 Temsa TS45 is included in this recall.
- Contact a Temsa service center to schedule the free certification-label replacement that corrects the GVWR rating.
- Bring the recall notice if Temsa mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V189 when you call.
- Use current weight documentation and avoid overloading the bus until the certification label is replaced.
What happens at the repair
At a Temsa service center, a Temsa technician replaces the certification label so the TS45 shows the correct Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. The label replacement and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for a related certification-label correction before the recall notice, Temsa has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented expenses. Contact Temsa customer service at 1-833-628-3672 to ask how to submit repair paperwork and proof of payment.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 10, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
|---|---|
| April 10, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 17, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
| May 27, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V189?
Recall 25V189 covers 11 2024-2025 Temsa TS45 transit buses with an incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating on the certification label. The incorrect label means the buses fail to meet FMVSS 120. Temsa service centers will replace the certification label for free.
What should I do if my 2024-2025 Temsa TS45 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 25V189. If it is, contact a Temsa service center to schedule the free certification-label replacement. Reference recall 25V189 when you call, or contact Temsa customer service at 1-833-628-3672.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and compliance recalls at no cost. Temsa service centers will replace the incorrect certification label free of charge for affected 2024-2025 TS45 buses.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is unintentionally overloading the bus. The certification label lists the wrong Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, so an owner or operator can load the vehicle beyond its intended rating. Overloading increases crash risk. The free repair replaces the label with the correct rating.
When were owners notified about recall 25V189?
Temsa mailed owner notification letters on May 27, 2025. A used bus or fleet vehicle can miss mailed notices after a sale or address change, so the VIN is still the best way to confirm whether a specific TS45 is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V189000 |
|---|---|
| Temsa customer service | 1-833-628-3672 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V189 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V189000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →