Recall 08V-061: 2007–2008 Champion M1235
CHAMPION BUS, INC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Feb 6, 2008, covering about 74 vehicles.
The problem
Champion is recalling 20 my 2007-2008 m1235 buses built on freightliner chassis and equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves. The internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
The risk
This could cause a delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Champion bus is working with freightliner and bendix to repair these vehicles (Please see 07v302 and 07e037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712, bendix at 1-440-329-9000, or champion at 1-800-331-5761.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CHAMPION BUS, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Check Valve |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V061000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 08V-061?
Champion is recalling 20 my 2007-2008 m1235 buses built on freightliner chassis and equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves. The internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
How is recall 08V-061 fixed?
Champion bus is working with freightliner and bendix to repair these vehicles (Please see 07v302 and 07e037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712, bendix at 1-440-329-9000, or champion at 1-800-331-5761.
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.