2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx2 — Structure: body
Published October 14, 2025 · Recall initiated: October 10, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V694000, published October 14, 2025 and initiated October 10, 2025. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx2 — Structure: body.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- THOMAS BUILT BUSES
- Model
- SAF-T-LINER HDX2
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2026 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER HDX2
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx2 — Structure: body recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V694000 on October 14, 2025. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
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 HDX2.