Deactivated Warning Lights & Stop Sign

Recall Information

Manufacturer Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
NHTSA ID 26V228000
Report Received Date 4/9/2026
Component EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Vehicles Affected 3,285
Completion Rate 0%
Recall Category Vehicle
Rework Status Original
Software Recall Yes
OTA Update No

Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2024-2027 Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The vehicle's software may misinterpret contact if the door switch is bumped, deactivating the amber and red warning lights and the stop sign arm.

Issue

Warning lights and a stop sign arm that fail to activate will not warn other drivers the school bus is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Consequence Summary

Warning lights and a stop sign arm that fail to activate will not warn other drivers the school bus is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action

The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 8, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1032.

More Information

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V228000

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