Recall 20V335000: 2016–2020 Arboc Spirit OF America, 2014–2019 Arboc Spirit OF Liberty

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jun 9, 2020
Vehicles affected
113
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Spirit of America and 2014-2019 Spirit of Liberty buses built on a Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) chassis. The power cables on the driver's side may have been routed incorrectly, allowing them to rub against the frame or make contact with the ground cable.

The risk

The misrouted power cables may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

ARBOC will notify owners, and dealers will re-route, inspect, and repair power cable wiring as needed, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2020. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555. ARBOC's number for this recall is RC059801.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2016 Arboc Spirit OF America
  • 2017 Arboc Spirit OF America
  • 2018 Arboc Spirit OF America
  • 2019 Arboc Spirit OF America
  • 2020 Arboc Spirit OF America
  • 2014 Arboc Spirit OF Liberty
  • 2015 Arboc Spirit OF Liberty
  • 2016 Arboc Spirit OF Liberty
  • 2017 Arboc Spirit OF Liberty
  • 2018 Arboc Spirit OF Liberty
  • 2019 Arboc Spirit OF Liberty

Details

NHTSA campaign
20V335000
Manufacturer campaign
RC059801
Manufacturer
ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC
Owner letters
Jun 24, 2020
Components
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables (Electrical System); Electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash (Electrical System)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology