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Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit OF Freedom Recall 25V842: Wheelchair Restraints May Not Lock, Risking Movement in Transit

NHTSA campaign 25V842, reported December 8, 2025, 12 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2025 transit buses may have wheelchair securement retractors that do not lock properly. If a wheelchair is not properly secured, it can move during transit, which increases the risk of injury to the wheelchair user and others on board.

The manufacturer will have authorized dealers inspect the wheelchair retractors and replace them as needed. The repair is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. You can also contact ARBOC Specialty Vehicles customer service at 1-866-953-5555, and check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V842ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC
Component
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:
Problem
ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain 2025 Spirit of Freedom transit buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk
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 were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555.

Affected vehicles

Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit OF Freedom2025