ARBOC recalls 2017–2026 Spirit of Independence buses over wrong-size washers on rear spring bolts
The wrong size washers may have been put on the rear spring hanger bolts, which could let the rear spring hanger come off the frame and raise the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will install the correct washers for free. Owners can call ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555.
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Recall details
- Product
- Arboc Spirit Of Independence 2017–2026
- Hazard
- The rear spring hanger may detach from the frame, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Units
- 502 vehicles
- Owner notification
- September 9, 2026
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 24, 2026
- Identifiers
- NHTSA campaign number: 26V479000
- Model years: 2017–2026
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Official notice
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- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER/BRACKET
- Defect
- ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain 2017-2026 Spirit of Independence transit buses. The wrong size washers may have been installed on the rear spring hanger bolts.
- Consequence
- The rear spring hanger may detach from the frame, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action
- Dealers will install the correct washers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 9, 2026. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555.
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