1999-2001 Champion CGT, Champion Challenger and others recall: retractor

Champion Bus, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 29, 2002. It covers about 599 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 599
reported: Oct 29, 2002

Seat belts: front: retractor

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

Affected vehicles

Champion CGT 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Champion Challenger 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Champion Contender 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Champion Crusader 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Champion CTS 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Champion Defender 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Champion General 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001

Questions about recall 02V160006

Is there a recall on the 1999-2001 Champion CGT, Champion Challenger and others retractor?

Yes. Recall 02V160006, reported on October 29, 2002, covers about 599 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V160006?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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