Recall 10V-127: 2008 Champion American Coach, 2008–2009 Champion Challenger and 6 more
CHAMPION BUS, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Mar 31, 2010, covering about 191 vehicles.
The problem
Champion bus has notified NHTSA of a defect in certain model year 2006-2010 buses equipped with trans/air air conditioning systems installed between may 2006 and june 2009. Each trans/air system comes with an electrical kit which contains a relay board and ec pc board which if improperly installed could overheat.
The risk
An electrical failure in the relay board, can cause overheating and pose a serious fire hazard.
The fix
Trans air will notify the owners and the buses will be repaired free of charge. Please also see trans/air defect report 09e-042. The safety recall began on may 19, 2010. Owners may contact trans/air warranty and service department at 1-800-673- 2446.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CHAMPION BUS, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V127000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Champion American Coach | 2008 | All years |
| Champion Challenger | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Champion Defender | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Champion EZ-Trans | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Champion HC 270NF | 2009 | All years |
| Champion IC American Coach | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Champion IC High Floor | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Champion IC LOW Floor | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | 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 10V-127?
Champion bus has notified NHTSA of a defect in certain model year 2006-2010 buses equipped with trans/air air conditioning systems installed between may 2006 and june 2009. Each trans/air system comes with an electrical kit which contains a relay board and ec pc board which if improperly installed could overheat.
How is recall 10V-127 fixed?
Trans air will notify the owners and the buses will be repaired free of charge. Please also see trans/air defect report 09e-042. The safety recall began on may 19, 2010. Owners may contact trans/air warranty and service department at 1-800-673- 2446.
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.