Does the 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2 have any recalls?

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, latches/locks/linkages, seat belts, structure, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Thomas Built Buses dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Thomas Built Buses been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Thomas Built Buses dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2 recalls, newest first

June 26, 2026NHTSA 26V40800037 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring › Switches/knobs/buttons

Summary: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 transit buses. The entrance door may fail to open or close when the switch is activated.
Consequence: 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.
Components: Electrical system › Wiring › Switches/knobs/buttons; Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 26, 2026NHTSA 26V407000117 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring › Switches/knobs/buttons

Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Components: Electrical system › Wiring › Switches/knobs/buttons; Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 20, 2026NHTSA 26V25100026 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 transit buses. The driver seat belt anchor may have been installed with inadequate hardware. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence: An improperly installed seat belt anchor may fail to properly restrain the driver in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt fastener components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1033.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 20, 2026NHTSA 26V25000071 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 school buses. The driver seat belt anchor may have been installed with inadequate hardware. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence: An improperly installed seat belt anchor may fail to properly restrain the driver in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt fastener components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1033.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 10, 2025NHTSA 25V6940002 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary: 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."
Consequence: A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 11, 2025NHTSA 25V60400099 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary: 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: 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.
Components: Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly; Steering › Critical fasteners

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2 have any recalls?: 6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, latches/locks/linkages, seat belts, structure, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Thomas Built Buses dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.