Recall 14V302000 — SEAT BELTS Defect in 2014-2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER
RECALL This recall affects up to 25 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 14V302000 |
| Manufacturer | Champion Bus, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 25 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Champion Bus, Inc. (Champion) is recalling certain model year 2014 Defender shuttle buses built on Freightliner M2 chassis equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Safety Consequence
If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Remedy
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), manufacturer of the Freightliner chassis, has notified owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Champion Bus at 1-810-724-6474 or DTNA at 1-800-385-4357.