THOMAS BUILT BUSES 2025 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2025 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX
Brand
THOMAS BUILT BUSES
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2025
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX vehicles due to steering:linkages:tie rod assembly issues. Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase 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 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2025 Thomas Built Buses Safe-T-Liner EFX school buses. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.
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