# ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC: Rear Spring Hanger May Detach (26V479000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 20/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC |
| Subject | Rear Spring Hanger May Detach |
| NHTSA ID | 26V479000 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Units potentially affected | 502 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain 2017-2026 Spirit of Independence transit buses. The wrong size washers may have been installed on the rear spring hanger bolts. |
| Consequence | The rear spring hanger may detach from the frame, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will install the correct washers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 9, 2026. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555. |

## Why this score
- 502 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V479000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-04T18:12:01.520Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.