NHTSA Recall 16V295000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V295000; Date: May. 12, 2016
In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Champion Challenger
Component: Seats
Manufactured by: Champion Bus, Inc.
Affected Units:: 5
Recall Summary:
Champion bus, inc. (champion) is recalling certain model year 2016 champion bus challenger shuttle buses manufactured January 29, 2016, to April 4, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure. As such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety system (fmvss) number 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection. "
How to Fix:
Champion will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seats, free of charge. The recall began on may 27, 2016. Owners may contact champion customer service at 810-724-1753 extension 415.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 27, 2016
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