2002 CHAMPION DEFENDER Recalls (2)

Campaign:

04V519000 on 10/31/2004

Component:

Structure: frame and members:underbody shields

Manufactured:

07/31/1999 - 07/30/2002

Affected:

1,552

Defect:

On certain transit buses, a light gauge steel was used for the floor frame crossmember located in the floor sub-frame.

Consequence:

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.

Correction:

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.

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).

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Campaign:

04V521000 on 11/01/2004

Component:

Equipment adaptive

Manufactured:

08/31/2000 - 07/30/2004

Affected:

231

Defect:

On certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.

Consequence:

In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.

Correction:

Sure-lok is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or champion at 810-724-6474.

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).

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