Thomas Built Buses · United States · Mod
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX2: Structure — body
Affects Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX2 · 2027 — about 2 vehicles.
The hazard
A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What to do
Dealers will add fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed July 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1034.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational