NHTSARecalled Oct 10, 2025 · #25V694000
Insufficient Exterior Joint Strength/FMVSS 221
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 school buses. Rear exterior joints 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." A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Product details
- Product
- Insufficient Exterior Joint Strength/FMVSS 221
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Model numbers
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What you should do
Dealers will add additional fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1026.