No complaints are listed for the 2018 Arboc Spirit OF Independence. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as ARBOC SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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2 recalls.
Date: 2026-07-24. Systems: SUSPENSION.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2018-11-16. Systems: SEATS.
Defect: ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 ARBOC Spirit of Freedom, Spirit of Mobility and Spirit of Independence-Pro Master transit buses, equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when (excerpt)
Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury. (excerpt)
Remedy: ARBOC has notified owners, directing them to contact Freedman for repairs of the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or ARBOC at 1-574-825-4880. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
11 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| STRUCTURE | 9 |
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| SUSPENSION | 3 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 2 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
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11013678
Date: 2025-02-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Complaint: Structural stress crack of chassis frame at outrigger supports Cause : Concentrated stress loads Correction: Drill stop holes into frame, weld cracks and weld provided reinforcement plate to affected area
11013680
Date: 2025-02-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE, SUSPENSION.
Complaint: Drawna overa mandrel (DOM) tube cracks in frame at rear spring, front frame brackets Cause: DOM tube to frame tolerance variations Correction: Weld cracks in DOM tube to frame connection Step 1) Pull unit onto hoist, chock tires to prevent bus from moving. Step 2) Disconnect negative ba
11013604
Date: 2025-02-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Complaint: Structural stress crack of chassis frame at front of rear suspension Cause: Concentrated stress loads Correction: Drill stop holes into frame, weld cracks and weld provided reinforcement plate to affected area
10185196
Date: 2020-11-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE, SUSPENSION.
AR878- 2018-2019 Spirit of Freedom (SOF-F) Front Frame Reinforcement-Complaint: Structural stress crack of chassis frame at front of rear suspension. Cause: Concentrated stress loads. Correction: Drill stop holes into frame, weld cracks and weld provided reinforcement plate to affected area. Vehicl
10185197
Date: 2020-11-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, STRUCTURE.
AR879- 2018-2019 Spirit of Independence-Ford (SOI-F) Frame Outrigger Reinforcement-Complaint: Structural stress crack of chassis frame at outrigger supports. Cause: Concentrated stress loads. Correction: Drill stop holes into frame, weld cracks and weld provided reinforcement plate to affected area.
10185209
Date: 2020-11-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, STRUCTURE.
AR880-2018-2019 Spirit of Independence-Ford Chassis (SOI-F). Drawn-over-mandrel (DOM) Tube Frame Reinforcement. Complaint: Drawn-over-mandrel (DOM) tube cracks in frame at rear spring, front frame brackets. Cause: DOM tube to frame tolerance variations. Correction: Weld cracks in DOM tube to frame c
10171191
Date: 2020-01-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
AR872-SOI-F Frame Reinforcement-Complaint-Structural stress crack of chassis frame at rear suspension. Cause-Concentrated Stress Loads. Correction-Drill 1/8" stop holes into frame at the end of the cracks and weld provided retrofit bracket in affected area. Affects 2018/2019 Spirit of Independence F
10176732
Date: 2020-01-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Complaint: Structural stress crack of chassis frame at rear suspension Cause: Concentrated Stress Loads Correction: Drill 1/8" Stop Holes into Frame at the end of cracks and weld provided retrofit bracket in affected area
10160888
Date: 2019-06-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN, STRUCTURE.
AR868-2018 SOI Door Shift Interlock-Complaint-Ability to shift unit in gears with doors open and park brake off. Cause-Demo unit sold with previously standard I/O controller which could not be reprogrammed. Design was set for doors to automatically close after 2 mph. Correction-Per instructions, ple
10155377
Date: 2019-03-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
AR866-Rear Upper Shock Mount Bracket Installation-Complaint-Upper shock has movement during jounce. Cause-Insufficient structural support. Correction-Add bracket, part # 1312336, with weldment.