Arboc Specialty Vehicles,: Loss Of Rear ABS System
Recall Summary ARBOC is recalling certain 2018-2026 Spirit of Freedom and Spirit of Mobility transit buses because the rear brake lines may have been installed incorrectly, which can cause the anti-lock brake system to stop working. When the rear ABS system doesn't work, there is an increased risk of a crash. ARBOC will reroute and reconnect the brake lines for free, with owner notification letters expected to arrive April 24, 2026.
- Recalling firm
- ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC
- Product
- Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain 2018-2026 Spirit of Freedom and Spirit of Mobility transit buses. The rear brake lines may have been installed incorrectly causing the anti-lock brake system (ABS) modulator valve to malfunction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
- Reason
- Loss of the rear ABS system can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy: ARBOC will provide instructions to reroute and re-connect the rear brake lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 24, 2026. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-03-11
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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