NHTSA Recall 26V522000: Tank assembly (fuel system)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22,778 vehicles. It affects 2024–2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V522000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F1037 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | August 10, 2026 |
| Owner notification | September 22, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The fuel tank cage material and fuel system mounting may be incompatible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Safety risk
During a crash, an incompatible fuel tank cage and fuel system may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will reconfigure components to accommodate the existing fuel tank cage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1037.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V522000
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.