2000 Champion CTS recalls and problems
The 2000 Champion CTS has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Champion dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Champion CTS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Champion CTS recalls
Recall 04V-521: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: On certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.
Fix: Sure-lok is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or champion at 810-724-6474.
Recall 04V-519: Structure
Problem: On certain transit buses, a light gauge steel was used for the floor frame crossmember located in the floor sub-frame.
Risk: Driving the bus on some road conditions could cause the sub-floor crossmember frame to crack. This condition can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners will inspect for cracks and if cracks are present owners are to contact champion for repair instructions. The recall began november 16, 2004. Owners should contact champion at 1-800-788-1976.
Recall 02V-160: Seat Belts
Problem: On certain buses equipped with cp traveling retractor lap (Type 1) seat belts, the plastic cover housing the reserve end of the seat belt web can break. If the two halves of the cover completely separate, the connector portion of the belt will detach from the cover. Once detached, the connector rivet can separate from the connector frame causing the frame to become unusable.
Risk: This condition cannot occur during use, however, the belt will be unsuable and may result in an occupant seating position without a seat belt. In the event of a vehicle crash, an unbelted individual could be seriously injured or killed.
Fix: Amsafe will notify its customers and provide a plastic outer cover that snaps over the existing cover on units in the field and will replace broken seat belts free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amsafe at 574-266-8330 or champion at 810-724-6474.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Champion CTS have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Champion CTS: 04V-521 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 04V-519 (structure), 02V-160 (seat belts). 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.