Recall of 2026 Mercedes-Benz Tourrider Buses
Daimler Coaches North America is recalling certain 2026 Mercedes-Benz Tourrider Business and Premium transit buses due to a potential issue with the door control valve that may prevent doors from opening.
What this vehicle recalls alert tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 8, 2026 and geographically references National. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Vehicle Recalls — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Daimler Coaches North America is recalling certain 2026 Mercedes-Benz Tourrider Business and Premium transit buses because the door control valve may not release the self-holding mechanism, preventing the door from opening.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are 2026 Mercedes-Benz Tourrider Business and 2026 Mercedes-Benz Tourrider Premium transit buses. A total of 102 units are affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number for this recall is 26V063000.
What You Should Do
Owners should wait for notification letters, which are expected to be mailed on April 3, 2026. Daimler Coaches will replace the door control valve free of charge. For more information, contact Daimler Coaches' customer service at 1-416-624-3558, and reference Daimler Coaches' recall number 72.40U26365A.
Why This Matters
A door that cannot be opened could prevent or delay passengers from evacuating during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury. This recall addresses a potential safety hazard in transit buses.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V063000
Source: NHTSA Official Notice