Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

26V109000

ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America, LLCReported2026-02-24Affected70 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2027 Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The heater hose may rupture, which can result in hot coolant leaking inside the passenger compartment.

Risk

Contact with hot coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the heater hose, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1031.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

1 entry

  • Thomas Built Buses