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2006-2013 Champion American Crusader, Champion Challenger and others recall: equipment

Champion Bus, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 18, 2012. It covers about 73 vehicles.

vehicles affected
73
reported
Dec 18, 2012
owners notified
Jan 23, 2013

Equipment

What is wrong
Champion Bus is recalling certain model year 2006, and certain model year 2008-2013 buses, models: American Crusader, Challenger, Crusader, and Defender; manufactured September 30, 2006, through November 16, 2012. The buses are equipped with a Ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which has an optional armored pendant cable. The cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover.
Risk
The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift causing a short circuit that could result in a fire.
Remedy
Champion Bus is working with Ricon to notify owners. Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit with instructions, free of charge. Owners may contact Champion Bus at 1‑819‑724‑6474 or Ricon at 1‑818‑267‑3000.

Recall number 12V593000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V593000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2013 Champion American Crusader, Champion Challenger and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 12V593000, reported on December 18, 2012, covers about 73 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V593000?

Champion Bus is working with Ricon to notify owners. Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit with instructions, free of charge. Owners may contact Champion Bus at 1‑819‑724‑6474 or Ricon at 1‑818‑267‑3000.

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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