2017-2026 Arboc Spirit Of Independence recall: Rear Spring Hanger May Detach
Report received by NHTSA: July 24, 2026.
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- What's recalled
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.
- The risk
The rear spring hanger may detach from the frame, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Who's affected
502 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2017-2026 Arboc Spirit Of Independence.
- Compared with
ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC has 3 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 2 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
11 earlier NHTSA recalls by ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- May 28, 2026 2025 Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit Of Equess, 2026 Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit Of Freedom, 2026 Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit Of Independence and 1 more model recall: Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock
- March 11, 2026 ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC recall: Loss of Rear ABS System (agency record)
- Dec. 8, 2025 ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC recall: Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock (agency record)
- Dec. 8, 2025 ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC recall: Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock (agency record)
- July 2, 2024 ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC recall: Seat Back Malfunction/FMVSS 207 (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
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.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Arboc Spirit Of Independence 2017-2026
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V479000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received by NHTSA | July 24, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 502 vehicles |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record