NHTSA Recall 26V388000: Body (structure)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX2.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V388000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F1034 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | June 12, 2026 |
| Owner notification | August 11, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 school buses. Front and mid-body interior joints may have been manufactured incorrectly, resulting in insufficient joint strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
Safety risk
A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will add fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed July 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1034.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V388000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX2 | 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.