Recall 26V-137: 2018–2026 Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit of Freedom, 2018–2026 Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit of Mobility
ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Mar 11, 2026, covering about 908 vehicles.
The problem
ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain 2018-2026 Spirit of Freedom and Spirit of Mobility transit buses. The rear brake lines may have been installed incorrectly causing the anti-lock brake system (ABS) modulator valve to malfunction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
The risk
Loss of the rear ABS system can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
ARBOC will provide instructions to reroute and re-connect the rear brake lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V137000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit of Freedom | 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 | All years |
| Arboc Specialty Vehicles Spirit of Mobility | 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V-137?
ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain 2018-2026 Spirit of Freedom and Spirit of Mobility transit buses. The rear brake lines may have been installed incorrectly causing the anti-lock brake system (ABS) modulator valve to malfunction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
How is recall 26V-137 fixed?
ARBOC will provide instructions to reroute and re-connect the rear brake lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.