Recall 14V748000 — SEATS Defect in 2014-2015 CHAMPION CHALLENGER
RECALL This recall affects up to 168 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 14V748000 |
| Manufacturer | Champion Bus, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 168 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 16V010000 | 2009 CHAMPION STACKED RAIL | SEATS | 8 | |
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