Vehicle recall 26V632000 · October 1, 2026
Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 and SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley
A software error may cause the low beam headlights to illuminate improperly.
Source: NHTSA data as of November 8, 2026. Last refreshed Nov 8, 2026, 6:01 PM UTC.
- Summary
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 and Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley school buses. A software error may cause the low beam headlights to illuminate improperly.
- Consequence
- Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 30, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1040.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V632000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 1, 2026
- Filed by
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Manufacturer campaign
- F1040
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 30
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
Vehicles covered
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