NHTSA Recall 26V086000: Hoses/lines/piping/fittings (engine and engine cooling)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,843 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V086000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F1030 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS |
| Report received | February 13, 2026 |
| Owner notification | April 10, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2023-2026 Saf-T-Liner EFX and Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The heater hose clamps may not have been tightened properly, causing the hose to disconnect and leak heating coolant inside the passenger compartment.
Safety risk
Contact with hot heating coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the heater hose clamps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1030.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V086000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx | 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx | 2023, 2024, 2025, 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.