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2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2. The newest campaign is 26V522000. NHTSA received the report on 10 Aug 2026. The NHTSA record gives the component Fuel System, Diesel / Storage / Tank Assembly. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 26V522000, in the NHTSA record

Dealers will reconfigure components to accommodate the existing fuel tank cage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1037.
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Recall campaigns

13 campaigns, newest first. 28,299 units in total.

  • 26V522000Fuel System, Diesel / Storage / Tank Assembly
  • 26V523000Fuel System, Diesel / Storage / Tank Assembly
  • 26V228000Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
  • 25V602000Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper
  • 25V604000Steering / Critical Fasteners
  • 24V569000Electrical System / Wiring
  • 24V570000Electrical System / Wiring
  • 24V478000Structure / Emergency / Escape/Egress/Exit
  • 24V401000Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
  • 24V392000Wheels / Hub
  • 24V393000Wheels / Hub
  • 24V336000Parking Brake
  • 23V843000Structure / Body

  1. 26V522000Received . 22,778 units.

    Fuel System, Diesel / Storage / Tank Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The fuel tank cage material and fuel system mounting may be incompatible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    During a crash, an incompatible fuel tank cage and fuel system may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will reconfigure components to accommodate the existing fuel tank cage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1037.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1037. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  2. 26V523000Received . 160 units.

    Fuel System, Diesel / Storage / Tank Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses. The fuel tank cage material and fuel system mounting may be incompatible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    During a crash, an incompatible fuel tank cage and fuel system may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will reconfigure components to accommodate the existing fuel tank cage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1037.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1037. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  3. 26V228000Received . 3,285 units.

    Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    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, in the NHTSA record
    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, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the amber and red warning light software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1032.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1032. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  4. 25V602000Received . 36 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2025-2026 Saf-T-Liner C2 and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The brake caliper mounting bolts may loosen and detach, which can cause a loss of brake function and damage the tire and/or wheel.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged wheel or tire can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect and replace or tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1023.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1023. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  5. 25V604000Received . 99 units.

    Steering / Critical Fasteners

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2025-2026 Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner C2, 2026 Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may not be installed properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is D25R2.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number D25R2. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  6. 24V569000Received . 629 units.

    Electrical System / Wiring

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2024-2025 Saf-T-Liner C2 and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The ground cable for the air conditioning system may have been improperly installed and overheat.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    An overheated ground cable can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect and repair the ground cable connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1008.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1008. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  7. 24V570000Received . 13 units.

    Electrical System / Wiring

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2025 Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses. The ground cable for the air conditioning system may have been improperly installed and overheat.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    An overheated ground cable can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect and repair the ground cable connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1008.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1008. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  8. 24V478000Received . 162 units.

    Structure / Emergency / Escape/Egress/Exit

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The audible emergency warning alarm sounds may not activate when the emergency hatch or window is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    An inaudible alarm that fails to warn the driver of an open emergency exit can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the emergency sound software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1004.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1004. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  9. 24V401000Received . 27 units.

    Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2025 Thomas Built Buses Safe-T-Liner EFX school buses. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number D24R6. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  10. 24V392000Received . 106 units.

    Wheels / Hub

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and EFX school buses. The wheel hub fasteners may loosen and cause the wheel to detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect and replace the hub nut retaining system, wheel end, and axle components, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1002.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1002. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  11. 24V393000Received . 285 units.

    Wheels / Hub

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Custom Chassis MC, MT45, MT45G, MT55, S2C 106, S2RV 106, XBS, XCM, XCP, XCR, XCS, Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, 49X, 57X, and Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses, cabs, and chassis. The wheel hub fasteners may loosen and cause the wheel to detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect and replace the hub nut retaining system, wheel end, and axle components, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1002.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1002. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  12. 24V336000Received . 398 units.

    Parking Brake

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built SAF-T-Liner C2 and SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The rubber ball seal in the Intellipark Park Valve Modules (PVM) may fracture and cause a leak, which can result in park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the Intellipark PVM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1000.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1000. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  13. 23V843000Received . 321 units.

    Structure / Body

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 and 2024 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley school buses. A rear interior joint between the bulkhead and window panel may have been manufactured incorrectly, resulting in insufficient joint strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL986.

    Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL986. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

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Complaints by component

The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

Investigations

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.

  1. 19951
  2. 19961
  3. 19971
  4. 19981
  5. 19991
  6. 20001
  7. 20011
  8. 20022
  9. 20034
  10. 20045
  11. 200516
  12. 200621
  13. 200725
  14. 200827
  15. 200921
  16. 201022
  17. 201122
  18. 201216
  19. 201318
  20. 201418
  21. 201520
  22. 201625
  23. 201728
  24. 201822
  25. 201924
  26. 202016
  27. 202115
  28. 202212
  29. 202312
  30. 202414
  31. 202513
  32. 20267
  33. 20276

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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Cite this page

Recall Register. 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/thomas-built-buses/saf-t-liner-c2/2025/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .

Sources

Source
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence
US government work, public domain
Recall file through
30 Sep 2026
Complaint file through
30 Sep 2026
First complaint in the file
1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2?
28,299 units in 13 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 have for all model years?
NHTSA lists 134 recall campaigns for the Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2, model years 1995 to 2027. 13 of them name the 2025 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 open?
The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.