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2025-2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley and others recall: critical fasteners

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall on September 11, 2025. It covers about 99 vehicles.

vehicles affected
99
reported
Sep 11, 2025
owners notified
Nov 10, 2025

Steering: critical fasteners

What is wrong
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.
Risk
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 25V604000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 25V604000

Is there a recall on the 2025-2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley and others critical fasteners?

Yes. Recall 25V604000, reported on September 11, 2025, covers about 99 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 25V604000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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