Thomas Built Buses 2025–2026 Steering recall
Recalled September 11, 2025 · NHTSA recall 25V604000 · Thomas Built Buses
Hazard
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Units
99 units
Description
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.
Product
Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2 · Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2 JOULEY · Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER EFX · Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDX · Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDX2
Manufacturer(s)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →