Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 recall 26V228000 - Hazard Flashing Warning Lights

NHTSA · April 9, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V228000 (Thomas Built Buses), reported April 9, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 3,285.
• Component: Hazard Flashing Warning Lights.
• Details as of October 23, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

April 9, 2026

Recalling firm

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Source ID

26V228000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 496 recall campaigns from Daimler Trucks North America, LLC since 2010, 19 of them reported in 2026 so far.
• At 3,285 vehicles, it is larger than 66% of the 738 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2024-2027 Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The vehicle's software may misinterpret contact if the door switch is bumped, deactivating the amber and red warning lights and the stop sign arm.

Consequence

Warning lights and a stop sign arm that fail to activate will not warn other drivers the school bus is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective action

Dealers will update the amber and red warning light software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1032.

Affected vehicles

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