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2026-2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx2 recall: switches/knobs/buttons

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall on June 26, 2026. It covers about 117 vehicles.

vehicles affected
117
reported
Jun 26, 2026
owners notified
Oct 14, 2026

Electrical system: wiring: switches/knobs/buttons

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 and Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER EFX2 school buses. The entrance door may fail to open or close when the switch is activated.
Risk
A door that fails to open or close increases the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the door relay for the entrance door system, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated October 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑574‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1035.

Recall number 26V407000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 26V407000

Is there a recall on the 2026-2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx2 switches/knobs/buttons?

Yes. Recall 26V407000, reported on June 26, 2026, covers about 117 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 26V407000?

Dealers will replace the door relay for the entrance door system, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated October 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑574‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1035.

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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