2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx2 | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
Published September 12, 2025 · Recall initiated: September 11, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V604000, published September 12, 2025 and initiated September 11, 2025. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx2 | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly.
What's the hazard
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2025-2026 Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner C2, 2026 Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may not be installed properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
What to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is D25R2.
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Recall details
- Brand
- THOMAS BUILT BUSES
- Model
- SAF-T-LINER HDX
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2025 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER HDX | 2026 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX | 2026 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER HDX2 | 2026 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 JOULEY | 2026 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 | 2025 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx2 | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley | 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V604000 on September 12, 2025. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2025-2026 Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner C2, 2026 Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may not be installed properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is D25R2.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: THOMAS BUILT BUSES. Model: SAF-T-LINER HDX.