2002 Champion Challenger recall: underbody shields
Champion Bus, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 24, 2003. It covers about 61 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 61
- reported
- Oct 24, 2003
- owners notified
- May 12, 2004
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 on may 12, 2004. Owners should contact champion at 1‑800‑788‑1976.
Recall number 03V458000
Affected vehicles
- Champion Challenger 2002 2002
Questions about recall 03V458000
Is there a recall on the 2002 Champion Challenger underbody shields?
Yes. Recall 03V458000, reported on October 24, 2003, covers about 61 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 03V458000?
Owners will inspect for cracks and if cracks are present owners are to contact champion for repair instructions. The recall began on may 12, 2004. Owners should contact champion at 1‑800‑788‑1976.
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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