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2007-2011 Champion American Coach, Champion American Crusader and others recall: air conditioner

Champion Bus, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 1, 2011. It covers about 974 vehicles.

vehicles affected
974
reported
Mar 1, 2011
owners notified
Mar 8, 2011

Equipment: appliance: air conditioner

What is wrong
Champion bus is recalling certain vehicles equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units. Due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.
Risk
If sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and may be accompanied by flame, smoke and potential fire.
Remedy
Champion bus will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 8, 2011. Owner may contact carrier at 1‑800‑793‑4741 or champion bus at 1‑810‑724‑6474.

Recall number 11V141000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V141000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2011 Champion American Coach, Champion American Crusader and others air conditioner?

Yes. Recall 11V141000, reported on March 1, 2011, covers about 974 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V141000?

Champion bus will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 8, 2011. Owner may contact carrier at 1‑800‑793‑4741 or champion bus at 1‑810‑724‑6474.

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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