2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER
The 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM), SEAT BELTS.
Recalls for the 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER, potentially affecting up to 27 vehicles.
Recall 14V303000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
| 2 vehicles affected
Defect: Champion Bus, Inc. (Champion) is recalling certain model year 2014 Defender shuttle buses built on Freightliner M2 chassis, equipped with Eaton-brand hybrid automated transmissions. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input.
Consequence: The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), manufacturer of the Freightliner chassis, has notified owners, and Eaton authorized service facilities has updated the Hybrid Control Module Software version, free of charge. The recall began in May 2014. Owners may contact Champion Bus...
View full details →Recall 14V302000 — SEAT BELTS
| 25 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
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...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER.
Safety Rating for the 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER
- 2009 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER — 0 complaints
- 2010 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER — 0 complaints
- 2011 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER — 0 complaints
- 2012 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER — 0 complaints
- 2013 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER — 0 complaints
- 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER (current)
Other CHAMPION BUS Models
- CHAMPION BUS CHALLENGER — 5 total complaints