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Medium RiskNHTSA
Vehicles/Commercial Vehicles

2025-2026 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner Buses Recalled for Steering Control Loss

Agency Publication Date: September 12, 2025
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Summary

Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 99 school buses, including 2025-2026 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner C2 models, and 2026 Saf-T-Liner EFX and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley models. The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may have been improperly installed, which can lead to a complete loss of steering control. Authorized dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge.

Risk

If the tie rod fasteners are not installed correctly, the steering components can disconnect. This leads to a total loss of steering control, significantly increasing the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall affects 99 school buses including Thomas Built 2025-2026 Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner C2 models, and 2026 Saf-T-Liner EFX and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley models.
  2. Identify if your vehicle is affected by checking the manufacturer's recall number D25R2 or contacting a dealer.
  3. Contact an authorized Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) dealer to schedule a free inspection and potential replacement of the tie rod assembly.
  4. For further information, contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 regarding recall number D25R2.
  5. Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov/recalls for more information.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Inspection and replacement of the tie rod assembly.

How to: Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary, free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2025-2026 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX

DTNA Recall number D25R2. NHTSA Campaign Number 25V604.

Product: 2025-2026 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2

DTNA Recall number D25R2. NHTSA Campaign Number 25V604.

Product: 2026 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner EFX

DTNA Recall number D25R2. NHTSA Campaign Number 25V604.

Product: 2026 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley

DTNA Recall number D25R2. NHTSA Campaign Number 25V604.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 25V604000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Sold By: Authorized Daimler Trucks North America Dealers
Units Affected: 99 vehicles(1% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: November 10, 2025
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: D25R2
Agency Last Updated: November 14, 2025

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response