How many recalls does the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 have?

NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 as of October 16, 2026. Each includes the defect description, safety consequence, and the remedy Thomas Built Buses will perform. New recalls can be issued at any time; this page is refreshed from NHTSA daily.

How do I tell if my 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 is affected by a recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN — stamped at the base of the windshield on the driver side and on the door jamb sticker — at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall; the list on this page covers every campaign for the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2.

Are recall repairs on a 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 free?

Usually. Federal law requires Thomas Built Buses to remedy recalls on the 2025 SAF-T-Liner C2 free of charge at an authorized Thomas Built Buses dealer, regardless of how many owners the vehicle has had or how many miles are on the odometer — unless it was first sold more than 15 years before the recall was issued (5 years for tires).

Does a recall on the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 affect resale value?

An open recall can reduce resale value; a recall that has been repaired (documented in the vehicle history report) generally does not. Before you buy or sell a used 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2, check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm every recall has been remedied.

How many owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2?

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA on the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2.

NHTSA vehicle safety data

2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 has 13 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Thomas Built Buses dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

NHTSA #26V522000

Reported August 10, 2026 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 22,778 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The fuel tank cage material and fuel system mounting may be incompatible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

Safety consequence

During a crash, an incompatible fuel tank cage and fuel system may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will reconfigure components to accommodate the existing fuel tank cage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1037.

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

NHTSA #26V523000

Reported August 10, 2026 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 160 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses. The fuel tank cage material and fuel system mounting may be incompatible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

Safety consequence

During a crash, an incompatible fuel tank cage and fuel system may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS

NHTSA #26V228000

Reported April 9, 2026 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 3,285 vehicles

Defect description

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.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS

NHTSA #25V604000

Reported September 11, 2025 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 99 vehicles

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS

NHTSA #25V602000

Reported September 11, 2025 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 36 vehicles

Defect description

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.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

NHTSA #24V569000

Reported August 1, 2024 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 629 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2024-2025 Saf-T-Liner C2 and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The ground cable for the air conditioning system may have been improperly installed and overheat.

Safety consequence

An overheated ground cable can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the ground cable connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1008.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

NHTSA #24V570000

Reported August 1, 2024 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 13 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2025 Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses. The ground cable for the air conditioning system may have been improperly installed and overheat.

Safety consequence

An overheated ground cable can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT

NHTSA #24V478000

Reported June 26, 2024 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 162 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The audible emergency warning alarm sounds may not activate when the emergency hatch or window is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."

Safety consequence

An inaudible alarm that fails to warn the driver of an open emergency exit can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will update the emergency sound software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1004.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

NHTSA #24V401000

Reported June 4, 2024 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 27 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2025 Thomas Built Buses Safe-T-Liner EFX school buses. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.

Safety consequence

Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

WHEELS:HUB

NHTSA #24V393000

Reported June 3, 2024 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 285 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Custom Chassis MC, MT45, MT45G, MT55, S2C 106, S2RV 106, XBS, XCM, XCP, XCR, XCS, Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, 49X, 57X, and Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses, cabs, and chassis. The wheel hub fasteners may loosen and cause the wheel to detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.

Safety consequence

A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the hub nut retaining system, wheel end, and axle components, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1002.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

WHEELS:HUB

NHTSA #24V392000

Reported June 3, 2024 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 106 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and EFX school buses. The wheel hub fasteners may loosen and cause the wheel to detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.

Safety consequence

A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

PARKING BRAKE

NHTSA #24V336000

Reported May 14, 2024 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 398 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built SAF-T-Liner C2 and SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The rubber ball seal in the Intellipark Park Valve Modules (PVM) may fracture and cause a leak, which can result in park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving.

Safety consequence

Park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the Intellipark PVM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1000.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

STRUCTURE:BODY

NHTSA #23V843000

Reported December 13, 2023 · Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 321 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 and 2024 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley school buses. A rear interior joint between the bulkhead and window panel 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."

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL986.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Other Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 model years

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