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2001 Champion Crusader recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2001 Champion Crusader, covering 830 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Equipment adaptive/mobilityReported November 2, 2004 · 231 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 04V521000 · Recall details

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

Questions about the 2001 Champion Crusader recalls

How do I check if my 2001 Champion Crusader has an open recall?

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 2001 Champion Crusader have?

2, covering equipment adaptive/mobility and seat belts.

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