NHTSA Recall 26V109000: Engine
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 70 vehicles. It affects 2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V109000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F1031 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Report received | February 24, 2026 |
| Owner notification | April 24, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2027 Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The heater hose may rupture, which can result in hot coolant leaking inside the passenger compartment.
Safety risk
Contact with hot coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the heater hose, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1031.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V109000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2027 |
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.