NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 recall: Heater Hose May Rupture and Leak
- Recall number
- 26V697000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Category
- Vehicles › Engine
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 8
- Hazard tags
- Burn Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Engine
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses | Saf-T-Liner C2 | 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 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.
Consequence
Contact with hot coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
What should you do?
Dealers will inspect and replace the heater hose as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 18, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1043.
Manufacturer campaign number
F1043
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V697000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.