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NHTSA Recall 26V632000: Headlights (exterior lighting)

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.

30
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
NHTSA campaign26V632000
Manufacturer campaignF1040
ComponentEXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS
Report receivedOctober 1, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 and Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley school buses. A software error may cause the low beam headlights to illuminate improperly.

Safety risk

Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 30, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1040.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V632000

Make and modelModel years
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C22027
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley2027

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.