2025 Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit of Equess, 2026 Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit of Freedom, 2026 Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit of Mobility and 1 other model Recall: Retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly…
NHTSA campaign 26V349000 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · filed May 28, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2026. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555.
Affected vehicles
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- 2018–2026 Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit of Freedom and 1 other model — Rear brake lines may have been installed incorrectly…
- 2025 Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit of Freedom — Retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from…
- 2025 Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit of Freedom and 1 other model — Retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from…
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V349000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.