2006 Champion CTS Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2006 Champion CTS problems

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Interior lightingReported September 24, 2009 · 69 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Champion bus is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2010 transit buses manufactured between january 2003 and august 2009 equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Risk: A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Remedy: Champion bus will notify owners and luminator will repair the buses free of charge. Please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. The safety recall began on december 11, 2009. Owners may contact luminator at 1‑972‑516‑3033 or champion bus at 1‑800‑331‑5761.

Recall number 09V369000 · Recall details

Equipment adaptive/mobilityReported February 21, 2007 · 83 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, 'platform lift systems for motor vehicles.' the inner barrier interlock switch system in the lift baseplate may not detect the presence of a passenger (either wheelchair or standee) on the barrier and can allow the platform to move down more than one inch below floor level when occupied.
Risk: In the event this condition occurs during passenger operations, it may be possible for the wheelchair to tip backwards onto the platform if the user is backing onto the lift from inside the vehicle and has the small front wheels fully or partially on the inner barrier when the platform was lowered. A person standing could lose his or her balance if they were positioned fully or partly on the inner barrier when the platform was lowered. Either condition could cause personal injury.
Remedy: Champion bus is working with ricon to repair these wheelchair lifts (please see 06e101). Owners can contact ricon at 1‑800‑322‑2884 or champion bus at 1‑800‑331‑5761.

Recall number 07V061000 · Recall details

Engine and engine coolingReported September 20, 2006 · 18 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses built on workhorse chassis and equipped with gm 8.1l v8 engines, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.
Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
Remedy: Chevrolet and workhorse are handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign (please see 06v225 and 06v289). Dealers will replace the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clips on these engines free of charge. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, workhorse at 877‑294‑6773 or thor industries at 937‑596‑6849.

Recall number 06V362000 · Recall details

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Is the 2006 Champion CTS reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2006 Champion CTS.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Champion CTS?

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How many recalls does the 2006 Champion CTS have?

3 recalls, covering interior lighting, equipment adaptive/mobility and engine and engine cooling.

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