NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2026–2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX2 recall: Entrance Door May Fail to Open or Close
- Recall number
- 26V407000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Category
- Vehicles › Electrical System
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 117
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Electrical System
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses | Saf-T-Liner HDX2 | 2026–2027 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
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.
Consequence
A door that fails to open or close increases the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.
What should you do?
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.
Manufacturer campaign number
F1035
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V407000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.