1999 Champion CGT Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 1999 Champion CGT problems

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Seat belts: front: retractorReported October 29, 2002 · 599 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain buses equipped with cp traveling retractor lap (type 1) seat belts, the plastic cover housing the reserve end of the seat belt web can break. If the two halves of the cover completely separate, the connector portion of the belt will detach from the cover. Once detached, the connector rivet can separate from the connector frame causing the frame to become unusable.
Risk: This condition cannot occur during use, however, the belt will be unsuable and may result in an occupant seating position without a seat belt. In the event of a vehicle crash, an unbelted individual could be seriously injured or killed.
Remedy: Amsafe will notify its customers and provide a plastic outer cover that snaps over the existing cover on units in the field and will replace broken seat belts free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amsafe at 574‑266‑8330 or champion at 810‑724‑6474.

Recall number 02V160006 · Recall details

Structure: body: doorReported March 13, 2002 · 181 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses equipped with adhesively bonded aluminum bus door panels, due to an imperfect bonding of the door panel skin to the panel frame, environmental moisture may infiltrate regions of imperfect bonding and cause separation of the frame and door panel.
Risk: Under these conditions, if the panel is separating or has separated, a passenger could fall from the bus onto the roadway, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
Remedy: Vapor will notify customers to have their buses inspected and will install mechanical fasteners to attach the skins to the frame elements free of charge. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact vapor corporation at 847‑967‑8300 or champion at 1‑810‑724‑6474.

Recall number 02V059003 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Is the 1999 Champion CGT reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1999 Champion CGT.

What is the most common problem with the 1999 Champion CGT?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1999 Champion CGT have?

2 recalls, covering seat belts and structure.

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