2004 Champion Defender Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

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Service brakes, hydraulicReported July 30, 2009 · 36 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Champion bus is recalling 36 model year 2004, 2005, and 2007 defender and model year 2005-2006 m1000 buses built between april 12, 2004 and september 18, 2006. Certain hydraulic brake lines may contact the transmission dipstick tube as the engine rocks.
Risk: Continued contact between the brake line and the dipstick tube could cause a brake fluid leak and reduce brake performance, potentially resulting in a crash without warning.
Remedy: Daimler trucks is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Please see 09v‑114. Daimler trucks will correct the chassis if found to be defective. This service will be performed for you free of charge. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 09V313000 · Recall details

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

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Is the 2004 Champion Defender reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2004 Champion Defender.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Champion Defender?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2004 Champion Defender have?

2 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and equipment adaptive/mobility.

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