Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley recall 25V602000 - Critical Fasteners

NHTSA · September 11, 2025

• NHTSA recall campaign 25V602000 (Thomas Built Buses), reported September 11, 2025.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 36.
• Component: Critical Fasteners.
• Details as of October 24, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

September 11, 2025

Recalling firm

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Source ID

25V602000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 496 recall campaigns from Daimler Trucks North America, LLC since 2010, 16 of them reported in 2025.
• At 36 vehicles, it is larger than 20% of the 994 NHTSA campaigns from 2025 with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2025-2026 Saf-T-Liner C2 and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The brake caliper mounting bolts may loosen and detach, which can cause a loss of brake function and damage the tire and/or wheel.

Consequence

A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged wheel or tire can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective action

Dealers will inspect and replace or tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, 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 F1023.

Affected vehicles

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