2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner HDX2: Structure recall
NHTSA campaign 25V694000 · 2 units potentially affected · filed Oct 10, 2025
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 school buses. Rear exterior joints may have been manufactured incorrectly, resulting in insufficient joint strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
Why it matters
A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will add additional fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1026.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V694000
- Manufacturer no.
- F1026
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY
- Units affected
- 2
- Report received
- Oct 10, 2025
- Owner letters
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- Type
- Vehicle
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