NHTSA recall 25V604000
Steering › Critical fasteners
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 4 more
Reported Sep 11, 202599 vehicles affectedDaimler Trucks North America, LLCMaker’s number D25R2
The defect
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.
The risk
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Steering › Critical fastenersSteering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly