Recall 26V522000: 2024–2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 10, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 22,778
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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."
The risk
During a crash, an incompatible fuel tank cage and fuel system may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V522000
- Manufacturer campaign
- F1037
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Sep 22, 2026
- Components
- Fuel system, diesel:storage:tank assembly (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology