The worst 2002 Champion Defender problems
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Recalls 2
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
Structure: frame and members: underbody shields
- What is wrong
- On certain transit buses, a light gauge steel was used for the floor frame crossmember located in the floor sub-frame.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 04V519000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Champion Defender 1
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Questions about the 2002 Champion Defender
Is the 2002 Champion Defender reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2002 Champion Defender.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Champion Defender?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2002 Champion Defender have?
2 recalls, covering equipment adaptive/mobility and structure.
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