THOMAS BUILT BUSES 2021 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2
Brand
THOMAS BUILT BUSES
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling certain 2021 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 vehicles due to steering:linkages:tie rod assembly issues. Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX School Buses and Saf-T-Liner C2 School Buses. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-888.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026