ARBOC Specialty Vehicles Recalls Transit Buses for Wheelchair Restraint Issue
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ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 Spirit series transit buses because the wheelchair retractors may not lock properly.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on June 12, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" 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 consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain transit buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects certain 2025 Spirit of Equess, 2026 Spirit of Freedom, Spirit of Independence, and Spirit of Mobility transit buses. A total of 280 units are affected.
What You Should Do
Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 24, 2026. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555.
Why This Matters
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V349000
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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