Recall 26V250000: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC, seat belts:front:anchorage
Reported 2026-04-20 · vehicle recall · 71 units
Problem
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."
Risk
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER HDX2 | 2026 |
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER HDX2 | 2027 |
| Manufacturer campaign | F1033 |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | 2026-06-17 |
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