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Recall 15V-391: 2013–2015 Champion American Coach, 2013–2015 Champion American Crusader and 12 more

Champion Bus, Inc. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Jun 19, 2015, covering about 1,818 vehicles.

NHTSA number
15V-391
Report date
Jun 19, 2015
Vehicles affected
1,818
Owners notified
Sep 16, 2015

The problem

Champion Bus, Inc. (Champion) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 American Crusader, American Coach, Challenger, Crusader, CTS-FE, CTS-RE, Defender, EZ Trans, HCAC, HC, DFUC, LF Transport, Premier, and Spirit transit buses manufactured March 1, 2013, to June 12, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the passenger seat belts may rub against the metal seat frame and fray. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

The risk

A frayed seat belt fray may fail to properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Champion will notify owners, and dealers will install a plastic sleeve over the metal seat frame, and replace any seat belts that show evidence of fraying, free of charge. The recall began on September 16, 2015. Owners may contact Champion customer service at 1-810-724-1753 extension 562.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerChampion Bus, Inc.
ComponentSeat Belts › Front › Webbing
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V391000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Champion American Coach2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion American Crusader2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion Challenger2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion Crusader2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion CTS-Fe2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion CTS-RE2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion Defender2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion Dfuc2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion EZ-Trans2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion HC2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion Hcac2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion LF Transport2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion Premier2013, 2014, 2015All years
Champion Spirit2013, 2014, 2015All 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 15V-391?

Champion Bus, Inc. (Champion) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 American Crusader, American Coach, Challenger, Crusader, CTS-FE, CTS-RE, Defender, EZ Trans, HCAC, HC, DFUC, LF Transport, Premier, and Spirit transit buses manufactured March 1, 2013, to June 12, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the passenger seat belts may rub against the metal seat frame and fray. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

How is recall 15V-391 fixed?

Champion will notify owners, and dealers will install a plastic sleeve over the metal seat frame, and replace any seat belts that show evidence of fraying, free of charge. The recall began on September 16, 2015. Owners may contact Champion customer service at 1-810-724-1753 extension 562.

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.