Linkages: tie rod assemblyRecall 24V-401 · Thomas Built Buses vehicles
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 24V-401 covers 27 Thomas Built Buses vehicles for a linkages: tie rod assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on June 4, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q2) shows 78% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V401000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2025 Thomas Built Buses Safe-T-Liner EFX school buses. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.
The risk
Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
78%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.