NHTSA Campaign 26V251000
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Issued by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC · Reported Apr 20, 2026 · 26 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 transit buses. The driver seat belt anchor may have been installed with inadequate hardware. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence
An improperly installed seat belt anchor may fail to properly restrain the driver in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt fastener components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1033.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER HDX2 | 2026 | 26 |
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER HDX2 | 2027 | 26 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V251000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.