NHTSA Campaign 26V109000
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Issued by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC · Reported Feb 24, 2026 · 70 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 | 2027 | 70 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V109000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.