Recall 20V335 affects 113 2014-2020 Spirit Of Liberty and Spirit Of America buses for misrouted power cables. Repair is free at a franchised Arboc dealer.
Arboc is recalling 113 2014-2020 Spirit Of Liberty and Spirit Of America buses under recall 20V335 because driver's-side power cables were routed incorrectly and can rub against the frame or contact the ground cable. A short circuit raises the risk of a fire, and Arboc dealers will inspect and reroute the power cables free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The battery power cables on the 2014-2020 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty and Spirit Of America buses carry electrical current from the Freightliner chassis battery system to the bus's front electrical connections. Those cables need a clear, protected path so they stay away from frame edges, other wiring, and the ground cable while the bus moves.
On affected buses, the driver's side power cables were routed incorrectly by the chassis supplier. The cables can rub against the frame or contact the ground cable, which damages insulation and creates a path for heat or electrical arcing. That routing problem was tied to a thermal event near the front electrical connections, forward of the firewall.
Owners and fleet operators should not expect an early symptom from the driver's seat. There is no warning sign before failure. During inspection, the corrected setup should show the Freightliner wiring pulled tight and kept away from the sharp frame edge.
Who's affected?
Spans the Spirit Of Liberty and Spirit Of America buses across 2014-2020. The included component areas are battery cables and under-dash wiring.
| 2018 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | battery |
|---|---|
| 2016 Arboc Spirit Of America | wiring |
| 2016 Arboc Spirit Of America | battery |
| 2014 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | wiring |
| 2014 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | battery |
| 2018 Arboc Spirit Of America | wiring |
| 2018 Arboc Spirit Of America | battery |
| 2017 Arboc Spirit Of America | wiring |
| 2017 Arboc Spirit Of America | battery |
| 2019 Arboc Spirit Of America | wiring |
| 2019 Arboc Spirit Of America | battery |
| 2016 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | wiring |
| 2016 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | battery |
| 2020 Arboc Spirit Of America | wiring |
| 2020 Arboc Spirit Of America | battery |
| 2015 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | wiring |
| 2015 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | battery |
| 2017 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | wiring |
| 2017 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | battery |
| 2018 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | wiring |
| 2019 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | wiring |
| 2019 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty | battery |
| Units affected | 113 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
Misrouted power cables can short circuit and increase the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before the wiring problem causes a short circuit. Treat this as a prompt repair issue, even if the vehicle seems normal. Repair is free at any franchised Arboc dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2020 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty or Spirit Of America is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Arboc dealer to schedule the free power-cable rerouting, inspection, and repair that keeps the driver's-side cables from rubbing the frame or contacting the ground cable.
- Bring the recall notice if Arboc mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V335 when you call.
- Avoid operating the bus if you see power cables rubbing the frame or contacting the ground cable; ask the dealer for guidance before moving it.
- Call Arboc customer service at 1-866-953-5555 with questions about the repair or scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Arboc technician checks the driver's side power cable wiring, reroutes it away from the frame and ground cable, and repairs any damaged wiring found during the inspection. The recall repair is free. Parts and labor are covered, so the service desk should handle this as recall work tied to campaign 20V335. Ask the dealer to confirm the wiring path before the bus returns to service.
Timeline
| June 9, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 15, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| June 15, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 24, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 29, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V335?
Recall 20V335 covers 113 2014-2020 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty and Spirit Of America buses built on FCCC chassis with driver's-side power cables routed incorrectly. The cables can rub the frame or contact the ground cable, short circuit, and raise the risk of fire. Arboc dealers repair the wiring for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2020 Arboc Spirit Of Liberty or Spirit Of America is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 20V335. If it is, contact an Arboc dealer to schedule the power cable inspection and repair. Reference recall number 20V335 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Arboc's remedy says dealers will re-route, inspect, and repair the power cable wiring as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is an electrical short circuit that raises the chance of a fire. The problem comes from power cables routed incorrectly on the driver's side. If your VIN is included, have an Arboc dealer inspect and repair the wiring before continuing normal service.
When did the Arboc recall repair begin?
The Arboc recall repair began June 24, 2020. That means the remedy is available now for included vehicles. Check your VIN, then contact an Arboc dealer or Arboc customer service at 1-866-953-5555 to arrange the free inspection and wiring repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V335000 |
|---|---|
| Arboc customer service | 1-866-953-5555 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V335 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V335000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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