NHTSA Recall 20V335000: Interior/under dash (electrical system) and cables (electrical system)
ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 113 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Arboc Spirit OF America.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V335000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RC059801 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › INTERIOR/UNDER DASH; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | June 9, 2020 |
| Owner notification | June 24, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC (ARBOC) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Spirit of America and 2014-2019 Spirit of Liberty buses built on a Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) chassis. The power cables on the driver's side may have been routed incorrectly, allowing them to rub against the frame or make contact with the ground cable.
Safety risk
The misrouted power cables may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
ARBOC will notify owners, and dealers will re-route, inspect, and repair power cable wiring as needed, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2020. Owners may contact ARBOC customer service at 1-866-953-5555. ARBOC's number for this recall is RC059801.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V335000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Arboc Spirit OF America | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Arboc Spirit OF Liberty | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.