ARBOC Transit Bus Wheelchair Restraint Retractor
ARBOC is recalling certain 2025-2026 transit buses because the wheelchair restraint retractors may not lock, increasing the risk of injury.
Owners should contact ARBOC customer service to arrange for a free inspection and repair of the wheelchair restraint system.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 42
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Owner letters mailed
- June 25, 2026
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-866-953-5555
Why it was recalled
ARBOC is recalling certain 2025 Spirit of Equess, 2026 Spirit of Freedom, Spirit of Independence, and Spirit of Mobility transit buses. The wheelchair restraint retractors may fail to lock, which prevents wheelchairs from being properly secured and increases the risk of injury during transit.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
ARBOC SPECIALTY VEHICLES SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE (2025-2026), EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
Other recent recalls from ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-06-02 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification