NHTSA Recall 04V519000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V519000; Date: Oct. 28, 2004
Driving the bus on some road conditions could cause the sub-floor crossmember frame to crack. This condition can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2000 Champion Challenger; 2001 Champion Challenger; 2002 Champion Challenger; 2003 Champion Challenger; 2004 Champion Challenger; 2003 Champion Corporal; 2004 Champion Corporal; 2000 Champion CTS; 2001 Champion CTS; 2002 Champion CTS; 2000 Champion Defender; 2001 Champion Defender; 2002 Champion Defender; 2000 Champion General; 2001 Champion General; 2002 Champion General
Component: Structure: Frame And Members:underbody Shields
Manufactured by: Champion Bus, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,552
Recall Summary:
On certain transit buses, a light gauge steel was used for the floor frame crossmember located in the floor sub-frame.
How to Fix:
Owners will inspect for cracks and if cracks are present owners are to contact champion for repair instructions. The recall began November 16, 2004. Owners should contact champion at 1-800-788-1976.
Recall Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 16, 2004
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