2025 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom - Seats And Restraints

Recall Summary Certain 2025 ARBOC Spirit of Freedom and Spirit of Independence buses have wheelchair tie-down retractors that may not lock automatically due to a manufacturing defect. If a retractor fails to lock, a wheelchair could shift or move during a crash, potentially injuring an occupant. ARBOC will mail owners with instructions on how to inspect and replace the affected retractors.

Recalling firm

ARBOC SPECIALTY VEHICLES

Product

Vehicles: 2025 ARBOC SPIRIT OF FREEDOM, 2025 ARBOC SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE. System: Seats And Restraints. Units affected: 137

Reason

Issue: On certain buses, the wheelchair tie-down retractors may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the retractor(s) may not lock automatically. If this happens, the wheelchair may not be secured correctly and could move in a crash. Safety Risk: A wheelchair that moves in a crash could increase the risk of injury. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, ARBOC recommends you confirm the wheelchair is secured properly by attempting to move it before driving until the recall repairs have been completed. ARBOC will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

Canada

Agency

TC

Recall date

2025-12-11

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from TC

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/6841441d-8ff2-4960-934a-9ac505efb28e