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NHTSA campaign 26V697000

Heater Hose May Rupture and Leak

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Potential units
8
Report received
Oct 21, 2026
Manufacturer ID
F1043

Recall summary

What is being recalled

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2027 Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The heater hose may rupture, which can result in hot coolant leaking inside the passenger compartment.

Safety consequence

Why this recall matters

Contact with hot coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

What owners should expect

Dealers will inspect and replace the heater hose as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 18, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1043.

Associated products

Affected models and equipment

Vehicle2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C208/21/2026 - 08/24/2026

Official documents

NHTSA campaign files