2019 Champion Challenger, Champion Crusader and others recall: escape/egress/exit

Champion Bus, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 25, 2019. It covers about 362 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 362
reported: Jul 25, 2019
owners notified: Sep 16, 2019

Structure: emergency: escape/egress/exit

What is wrong: Champion Bus, Inc. (Champion) is recalling certain 2019 Challenger, Crusader, Defender and LF Transport and Goshen G-Force, Impulse and Pacer II shuttle buses equipped with Prolo roof emergency escape hatches. Due to a manufacturing issue, the roof hatch external handle may unexpectedly break under reasonable use.
Risk: If the roof hatch external handle breaks, in the event of an emergency, the hatch cannot be easily opened from outside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Champion will notify owners, and dealers will replace the handle, free of charge. The recall began September 16, 2019. Owners may contact Champion customer service 1‑810‑724‑1753, extension 415.

Recall number 19V554000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 19V554000

Is there a recall on the 2019 Champion Challenger, Champion Crusader and others escape/egress/exit?

Yes. Recall 19V554000, reported on July 25, 2019, covers about 362 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V554000?

Champion will notify owners, and dealers will replace the handle, free of charge. The recall began September 16, 2019. Owners may contact Champion customer service 1‑810‑724‑1753, extension 415.

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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