Champion Defender 2000

Model Defender made in 2000 by Champion got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment adaptive, seat belts and structure.

Model 2000

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
04V521000CHAMPION BUS, INC.from 09/01/2000 to 07/31/2004V (Vehicle)231ODICHAMPION BUS, INC.11/02/200411/02/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.
Corrective SummarySure-lok is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or champion at 810-724-6474.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
02V160006CHAMPION BUS, INC.from 07/01/1999 to 02/28/2001V (Vehicle)599ODICHAMPION BUS, INC.10/29/200210/31/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain buses equipped with cp traveling retractor lap (type 1) seat belts, the plastic cover housing the reserve end of the seat belt web can break. if the two halves of the cover completely separate, the connector portion of the belt will detach from the cover. once detached, the connector rivet can separate from the connector frame causing the frame to become unusable.
Consequence SummaryThis condition cannot occur during use, however, the belt will be unsuable and may result in an occupant seating position without a seat belt. in the event of a vehicle crash, an unbelted individual could be seriously injured or killed.
Corrective SummaryAmsafe will notify its customers and provide a plastic outer cover that snaps over the existing cover on units in the field and will replace broken seat belts free of charge. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amsafe at 574-266-8330 or champion at 810-724-6474.
NotesAlso, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS
04V519000CHAMPION BUS, INC.from 08/01/1999 to 07/31/2002V (Vehicle)155211/16/2004MFRCHAMPION BUS, INC.10/28/200411/01/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain transit buses, a light gauge steel was used for the floor frame crossmember located in the floor sub-frame.
Consequence SummaryDriving the bus on some road conditions could cause the sub-floor crossmember frame to crack. this condition can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryOwners will inspect for cracks and if cracks are present owners are to contact champion for repair instructions. the recall began november 16, 2004. owners should contact champion at 1-800-788-1976.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration