2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 17, 2026 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other SAF-T-Liner HDX years
Not enough data 5th of 25 for complaints
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Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX so far. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX recalls (3)

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Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hoses/lines/piping/fittingsFeb 13, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V086000 · 2,843 vehicles

Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2023-2026 Saf-T-Liner EFX and Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The heater hose clamps may not have been tightened properly, causing the hose to disconnect and leak heating coolant inside the passenger compartment.

Risk: Contact with hot heating coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the heater hose clamps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1030.

Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hoses/lines/piping/fittingsFeb 13, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V087000 · 52 vehicles

Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2023-2025 Saf-T-Liner EFX and 2023-2026 Saf-T-Liner HDX vehicles. The heater hose clamps may not have been tightened properly, causing the hose to disconnect and leak heating coolant inside the passenger compartment.

Risk: Contact with hot heating coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the heater hose clamps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1030.

Steering:critical fasteners; steering:linkages:tie rod assemblySep 11, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V604000 · 99 vehicles

Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2025-2026 Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner C2, 2026 Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may not be installed properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.

Risk: A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is D25R2.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SAF-T-Liner HDX model years, the 2025 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.