CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
- Problem
- ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Spirit of Equess buses equipped with Cummins Westport Inc. B6.7N natural gas engines. The engine control module software may be calibrated incorrectly, causing the engine to not limit engine speed or torque as intended for certain safety-related functions such as vehicle braking, traction and stability control, speed control, or collision avoidance.
- Risk
- If safety-related functions such as vehicle braking, stability, speed, and collision avoidance do not function properly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- ARBOC will work with the engine manufacturer, Cummins, Inc., to notify owners, and Cummins dealers will recalibrate the engine control module, free of charge. The recall began April 5, 2021. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The engine control module software in these buses may be calibrated incorrectly. As a result, the engine may not limit engine speed or torque as intended for safety-related functions such as vehicle braking, traction and stability control, speed control, and collision avoidance.
If these safety functions do not work properly, the risk of a crash increases.
The remedy is free. Cummins dealers will recalibrate the engine control module at no cost to owners. ARBOC will work with Cummins to notify owners. You can contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Arboc Spirit OF Equess | 2018201920202021 |
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