THOMAS BUILT BUSES 2024 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 JOULEY Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2024 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 JOULEY
Brand
THOMAS BUILT BUSES
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2024
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling certain 2024 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 JOULEY vehicles due to steering:linkages:tie rod assembly issues. A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, 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 2023 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley, Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER EFX, Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX, Thomas Built Buses Chassis and 2023-2024 School Bus Chassis school buses. The tie rod may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
DTNA will inspect and repair or replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL970.
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