Recall 11V-141: 2009 Champion American Coach, 2010 Champion American Crusader and 6 more
CHAMPION BUS, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Mar 1, 2011, covering about 974 vehicles.
The problem
Champion bus is recalling certain vehicles equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units. Due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.
The risk
If sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and may be accompanied by flame, smoke and potential fire.
The fix
Champion bus will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 8, 2011. Owner may contact carrier at 1-800-793-4741 or champion bus at 1-810-724-6474.
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 | 11V141000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Champion American Coach | 2009 | All years |
| Champion American Crusader | 2010 | All years |
| Champion Challenger | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Champion Crusader | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Champion CTS | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Champion Defender | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Champion EZ-Trans | 2010 | All years |
| Champion Bus Defender | 2011 | 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 11V-141?
Champion bus is recalling certain vehicles equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units. Due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.
How is recall 11V-141 fixed?
Champion bus will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 8, 2011. Owner may contact carrier at 1-800-793-4741 or champion bus at 1-810-724-6474.
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.