NHTSA Recall 26V250000: Anchorage (seat belts)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 71 vehicles. It affects 2026–2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX2.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V250000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F1033 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | April 20, 2026 |
| Owner notification | June 17, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 school buses. The driver seat belt anchor may have been installed with inadequate hardware. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Safety risk
An improperly installed seat belt anchor may fail to properly restrain the driver in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt fastener components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1033.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V250000
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.