ARBOC Specialty Vehicles – Park Brake may Engage when Door Opens

ARBOC Specialty Vehicles (ARBOC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Spirit of Liberty transit buses manufactured November 7, 2014, to July 29, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the parking brake can engage if the entry door is opened at any speed.


Report Received Date 12/23/2016
NHTSA ID 16V950000
Consequence Summary If the parking brake engages unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action ARBOC has notified owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's programming, free of charge. The recall began on January 13, 2017. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 16
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V950000)