The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·26V479000·Announced 2026-07-24

ARBOC Spirit of Independence Buses Recalled for Rear Spring Hanger Bolt Defect

ARBOC is recalling 2017-2026 Spirit of Independence transit buses because incorrect washers on rear spring hanger bolts may cause the hanger to detach, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (rear spring hanger detachment) that increases the risk of a crash, which meets the criteria for a Severe (4) rating under the rubric.

Plain-English summary

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC is recalling certain 2017-2026 Spirit of Independence transit buses. The recall addresses a defect where the wrong size washers may have been installed on the rear spring hanger bolts.

The incorrect washers may allow the rear spring hanger to detach from the frame, which increases the risk of a crash. This is a structural defect affecting the vehicle's suspension system.

Dealers will install the correct washers free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on September 18, 2026. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
ARBOC SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE
Brand
ARBOC
Manufacturer
ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
502

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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