Recall 04V-521: 2000–2004 Champion Challenger, 2000–2004 Champion Crusader and 3 more

CHAMPION BUS, INC. recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Nov 2, 2004, covering about 231 vehicles.

NHTSA number

04V-521

Report date

Nov 2, 2004

Vehicles affected

231

Owners notified

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The problem

On certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.

The risk

In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.

The fix

Sure-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.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

Manufacturer	CHAMPION BUS, INC.
Component	Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Recall started by	NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number	04V521000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Champion Challenger	2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004	All years
Champion Crusader	2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004	All years
Champion CTS	2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004	All years
Champion Defender	2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004	All years
General Coach M1035	2002	All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 04V-521?

On certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.

How is recall 04V-521 fixed?

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.