Daimler Trucks: Fuel Tank Cage Incompatible With Fuel System (fuel System, Diesel)

Recall Summary Daimler Trucks is recalling certain 2024-2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses because the fuel tank cage material and fuel system mounting may not work together properly. In a crash, this incompatibility could cause a fuel leak and increase the risk of fire. Dealers will reconfigure the components to fix the issue at no cost, with owner notification letters expected to be mailed on October 9, 2026.

Recalling firm

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Product

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses. The fuel tank cage material and fuel system mounting may be incompatible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

Reason

During a crash, an incompatible fuel tank cage and fuel system may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire. Remedy: Dealers will reconfigure components to accommodate the existing fuel tank cage, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 9, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1037.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United States

Agency

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall date

2026-08-10

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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