NHTSA Recall 25V850000: Unspecified component (equipment adaptive/mobility)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V850000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F1028 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY › WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT › LATCH/ANCHOR › |
| Report received | December 9, 2025 |
| Owner notification | February 5, 2026 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley and 2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses equipped with a QRT-Deluxe or QRT-Max wheelchair restraint. The wheel chair restraint retractor may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Safety risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
A dealer will inspect and replace the retractor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1028.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V850000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2027 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley | 2026 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.