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2026 Thomas Built Saf T recalls

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Recalls on record for a 2026 Thomas Built Saf T

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5 current recalls

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2026312 · manufacturer campaign F1035

26 June 2026

Transport Canada lists: Saf T 2026

What is wrong

On a small number of school buses, the entrance door may not open or close when using the door switch.

Why it matters

An entrance door that can't be opened or closed could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.

2 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2026182 · manufacturer campaign F1032

9 April 2026

Transport Canada lists: Saf T 2026–2027

What is wrong

On certain school buses, the driver could unintentionally bump the door switch. As a result, the warning lights could turn off and the stop sign arm may retract.

Why it matters

Warning lights and a stop sign arm that don't work could increase the risk of injury for passengers getting on and off the bus.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your school bus to a DTNA authorized service facility to update the electronic control module software.

326 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2025678 · manufacturer campaign F1028

9 December 2025

Transport Canada lists: Minotour 2026–2027 · Saf T 2026–2027

What is wrong

On certain school buses, the wheelchair tie-down retractors may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the retractor(s) may not lock automatically. If this happens, the wheelchair may not be secured correctly and could move in a crash.

Why it matters

A wheelchair that moves in a crash could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) recommends you confirm the wheelchair is secured properly by attempting to move it before driving until the recall repairs have been completed. DTNA will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your school bus to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect and, if necessary, replace the wheelchair retractor(s).

131 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2025479 · manufacturer campaign F1023

11 September 2025

Transport Canada lists: Saf T 2026

What is wrong

On a small number of school buses, the brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the bolts could loosen and detach, causing reduced braking. UPDATE - After the company notified Transport Canada about this problem, they determined that there are no Canadian school buses affected by it. Accordingly, this safety recall was withdrawn.

Why it matters

Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.

School BusSafety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2025477 · manufacturer campaign DR5R2

11 September 2025

Transport Canada lists: Saf T 2026

What is wrong

On certain school buses, the castle nut securing the tie rod may not have been tightened properly and/or the cotter pin may be missing. As a result, the nut could loosen and separate. If this happens, there could be a loss of steering control.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your school bus to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect and, if necessary, replace the tie rod.

13 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Source: Vehicle recalls — Transport Canada. Data current as of 30 July 2026. 17,913 recalls, refreshed daily from Transport Canada’s 60-day feed. CarMonitor is not affiliated with Transport Canada or any manufacturer.