Arboc Specialty Vehicles: Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock (equipment Adaptive/mobility)
Wheelchair Restraint Recall Summary ARBOC Specialty Vehicles is recalling certain 2025-2026 transit buses because the wheelchair restraint retractors may fail to lock, which could allow wheelchairs to move unsecured during transit. This defect poses an injury risk to passengers. Dealers will inspect and replace the faulty retractors at no cost, with owner notification letters expected to arrive July 24, 2026.
- Recalling firm
- ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC
- Product
- Component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain 2025 Spirit of Equess, 2026 Spirit of Freedom, Spirit of Independence, and Spirit of Mobility transit buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
- Reason
- An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy: 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.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-05-28
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/bfd75742-7e7a-4328-a5d8-bb1f4d90ea34