Safety Recall NHTSA · 26V228000 Reported April 9, 2026

Deactivated warning lights & stop sign

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · Exterior Lighting · 3,285 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
26V228000
Manufacturer Campaign
F1032
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
3,285
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 9, 2026

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

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

Dealers will update the amber and red warning light software, free of charge. 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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 26V228000 or campaign F1032.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
View Official NHTSA Notice →
Related

Similar Recalls

Other recalls from Daimler Trucks North America, Llc or involving Exterior Lighting.

FAQ: Recall 26V228000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 26V228000?

NHTSA recall 26V228000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on April 9, 2026. It addresses: Deactivated warning lights & stop sign. The recall affects approximately 3,285 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V228000 or the manufacturer campaign number F1032. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.