Recall 14V661 affects 280 2009-2014 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom and Spirit Of Mobility buses for undersized fuel-pump wiring. Repair is free at franchised Arboc dealers.
Arboc is recalling 280 2009-2014 Spirit Of Freedom and Spirit Of Mobility transit buses because an undersized fuel pump supply wire can stop the fuel pump. A stalled bus raises the risk of a crash, and Arboc dealers will repair the fuel pump supply circuit free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The fuel pump supply circuit on 2009-2014 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom and Spirit Of Mobility buses sends electrical power to the fuel pump. The pump then moves gasoline from the tank to the engine so the bus starts, idles, and keeps running under load. That circuit depends on the wire being sized correctly for the current the pump needs.
On these buses, the harness was built with a wire gauge that was too small for the fuel pump supply circuit. The undersized wire creates voltage drop, which means the pump receives less electrical power than it needs. When voltage drops far enough, the pump can stop delivering fuel to the engine. If that happens while the bus is in service, the engine loses its fuel supply.
The warning sign is a bus that will not start. Operators can also notice loss of fuel supply before the failure is addressed.
Who's affected?
The recall spans Spirit Of Freedom and Spirit Of Mobility buses across the 2009-2014 model years, with the fuel system listed for each.
| 2009 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2012 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom | fuel system |
| 2013 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom | fuel system |
| 2010 Arboc Spirit Of Mobility | fuel system |
| 2011 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom | fuel system |
| 2010 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom | fuel system |
| 2014 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom | fuel system |
| 2014 Arboc Spirit Of Mobility | fuel system |
| 2013 Arboc Spirit Of Mobility | fuel system |
| 2012 Arboc Spirit Of Mobility | fuel system |
| 2011 Arboc Spirit Of Mobility | fuel system |
| 2009 Arboc Spirit Of Mobility | fuel system |
| Units affected | 280 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
An undersized wire can stop the fuel pump from working, which can make the vehicle stall and increase crash risk. A no-start condition or loss of fuel supply is a warning sign. If this happens, stop when safe and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Arboc dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2014 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom or Spirit Of Mobility is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Arboc dealer to schedule the free harness replacement that corrects the undersized fuel-pump supply wire.
- Ask Arboc customer service at 1-866-953-5555 for scheduling help if your dealer needs recall details.
- Bring the recall notice if Arboc mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V661 when you call.
- Drive with extra caution until the repair is complete, and pull over safely if the bus stalls or loses power.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Arboc technician replaces the affected fuel pump supply circuit harness with the correct harness. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered by Arboc. Because this recall is available, contact an Arboc dealer or Arboc customer service and ask for recall 14V661 or Arboc TSB1401 when you schedule. The service visit is for the harness that carries power to the fuel pump, since the recalled buses were built with an undersized wire in that circuit.
Timeline
| October 21, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 31, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 31, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
| October 31, 2014 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 31, 2014 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V661?
Recall 14V661 covers 280 2009-2014 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom and Spirit Of Mobility transit buses built with an undersized wire in the fuel pump supply circuit. In NHTSA campaign 14V661, that wiring defect can stop the fuel pump, stall the bus, and increase crash risk. Dealers replace the affected harness for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2014 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom or Spirit Of Mobility is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 14V661. If it is, contact an Arboc dealer to schedule the fuel pump supply harness replacement. Reference recall 14V661 and Arboc recall TSB1401 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Arboc dealers will replace the affected harness free of charge. Owners with questions can contact Arboc customer service at 1-866-953-5555 and reference recall TSB1401.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V661?
The risk is a stall while the bus is in use. In NHTSA campaign 14V661, the undersized fuel pump supply wire can stop the fuel pump from working, which can stall the vehicle and increase crash risk. The fix is replacement of the affected harness.
What if I bought the Arboc bus used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2009-2014 Arboc Spirit Of Freedom or Spirit Of Mobility is included, then call an Arboc dealer with recall number 14V661.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V661000 |
|---|---|
| Arboc customer service | 1-866-953-5555 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V661 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V661000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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