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NHTSA Recall 26V407000: Switches/knobs/buttons (electrical system) and latch (latches/locks/linkages)

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 117 vehicles. It affects 2026–2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX2.

117
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
NHTSA campaign26V407000
Manufacturer campaignF1035
ComponentsELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH
Report receivedJune 26, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 and Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER EFX2 school buses. The entrance door may fail to open or close when the switch is activated.

Safety risk

A door that fails to open or close increases the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the door relay for the entrance door system, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated October 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1035.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V407000

Make and modelModel years
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX22026, 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.