The worst 2004 Champion Crusader problems
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Recalls 2
Equipment
- What is wrong
- On certain diesel buses built on ford e-series chassis and equipped with carrier vacuum pump brackets, the brackets could break.
- Risk
- When the bracket breaks, the vacuum pump that provides the power to the power brakes becomes inoperative, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the power steering could be affected if the belt gets caught in the other belts.
- Remedy
- Carrier is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact carrier service department at 1‑800‑450‑2211.
Recall number 05V174000 · Recall details
Equipment adaptive/mobility
- 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
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Champion Crusader 1
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Questions about the 2004 Champion Crusader
Is the 2004 Champion Crusader reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2004 Champion Crusader.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Champion Crusader?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2004 Champion Crusader have?
2 recalls, covering equipment and equipment adaptive/mobility.
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