NHTSA Campaign 26V228000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
Issued by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC · Reported Apr 9, 2026 · 3,285 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2024-2027 Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The vehicle's software may misinterpret contact if the door switch is bumped, deactivating the amber and red warning lights and the stop sign arm.
Consequence
Warning lights and a stop sign arm that fail to activate will not warn other drivers the school bus is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 8, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1032.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 | 2024 | 3,285 |
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 | 2025 | 3,285 |
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 | 2026 | 3,285 |
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 | 2027 | 3,285 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V228000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.