2009 Champion ABC 3035RE recalls and problems
The 2009 Champion ABC 3035RE has 1 safety recall. Recall repairs are free at any Champion dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2009 Champion ABC 3035RE vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2009 Champion ABC 3035RE recalls
Recall 10V-129: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Champion bus has notified NHTSA of a defect in certain model year 2007-2010 buses fitted with ricon public use lifts. The restraint belt on these lifts was designed to prevent the lift from moving, unless the tongue of the belt is fully engaged and latched in the buckle. Ricon has discovered, however, that it is possible for the operator to insert the belt tongue into the buckle without fully engaging the latching mechanism. In this case, the restraint belt would appear to be latched, and the operator could run the lift. If the restraint belt tongue is not fully engaged into the restraint belt buckle, and latched, the lift may operate with an occupant on the platform.
Risk: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move without the restraint belt properly buckled.
Fix: Champion bus is working with ricon and ricon will be handling the remedy for this campaign. Please see ricon's defect report 09e-060. Ricon will provide customers with a warning decal and a DVD-based training aid. The safety recall began on may 5, 2010. Owners may contact ricon customer service at 800-322-2884, emailing at www.dmata@wabtec.com.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Champion ABC 3035RE have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Champion ABC 3035RE: 10V-129 (equipment adaptive/mobility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Champion recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Champion dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.