2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner HDX2: Structure recall
NHTSA campaign 26V388000 · 2 units potentially affected · filed Jun 12, 2026
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 school buses. Front and mid-body interior 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 a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will add fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed July 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1034.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V388000
- Manufacturer no.
- F1034
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY
- Units affected
- 2
- Report received
- Jun 12, 2026
- Owner letters
- Aug 11, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.