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2014-2015 Champion Challenger, Champion Crusader and others recall: seats

Champion Bus, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 24, 2014. It covers about 168 vehicles.

vehicles affected
168
reported
Nov 24, 2014
owners notified
Dec 15, 2014

Seats

What is wrong
Champion Bus, Inc. (Champion) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 LF Transport, HCAC, Defender, Crusader, and Challenger transit buses manufactured September 2, 2014, to October 14, 2014. The spring nuts used to secure the passenger seats failed durability testing.
Risk
Spring nuts that fail to secure the seat and allow seat movement could increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Champion will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective seat nuts, free of charge. The recall began in December 2014. Owners may contact Champion at 1‑810‑724‑6474.

Recall number 14V748000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 14V748000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2015 Champion Challenger, Champion Crusader and others seats?

Yes. Recall 14V748000, reported on November 24, 2014, covers about 168 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 14V748000?

Champion will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective seat nuts, free of charge. The recall began in December 2014. Owners may contact Champion 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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