Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 Fuel Tank Cage
DTNA recalls 2024-2027 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 buses over fuel tank cage incompatibility that may cause leaks and fire risk.
Contact your authorized Thomas Built Buses dealer to schedule a free repair. The dealer will inspect and correct the fuel tank cage and fuel system mounting to ensure compliance with FMVSS 301.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 22,778
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Owner letters expected
- October 9, 2026
- Manufacturer's recall number
- F1037
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-800-547-0712
Why it was recalled
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain 2024-2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses because the fuel tank cage material and fuel system mounting may be incompatible, failing to comply with FMVSS 301. During a crash, this incompatibility may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 (2024-2027), FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
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Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-08-16 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification