NHTSA Campaign 26V479000
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER/BRACKET
Issued by ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC · Reported Jul 24, 2026 · 502 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Remedy
Dealers will install the correct washers, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARBOC | SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE | 2017 | 502 |
| ARBOC | SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE | 2018 | 502 |
| ARBOC | SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE | 2019 | 502 |
| ARBOC | SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE | 2020 | 502 |
| ARBOC | SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE | 2021 | 502 |
| ARBOC | SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE | 2022 | 502 |
| ARBOC | SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE | 2023 | 502 |
| ARBOC | SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE | 2024 | 502 |
| ARBOC | SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE | 2025 | 502 |
| ARBOC | SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE | 2026 | 502 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V479000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.