Thomas Built Buses recall — Anchorage
NHTSA · April 20, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V251000 (Thomas Built Buses), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 26.
- Component: Anchorage.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Source ID
- 26V251000
Defect
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.
Corrective action
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses | Saf-T-Liner Hdx2 | 2026 |
| Thomas Built Buses | Saf-T-Liner Hdx2 | 2027 |
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