2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner EFX2 recalls and problems
The 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner EFX2 has 1 safety recall. Recall repairs are free at any Thomas Built Buses dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner EFX2 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner EFX2 recalls
Recall 26V-702: Structure
Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley, 2025-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2, 2026-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2, and Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER EFX2 school buses. The wheelhouse body interior joints 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."
Risk: A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will add fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 21, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1044.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner EFX2 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner EFX2: 26V-702 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Thomas Built Buses recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Thomas Built Buses dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.