2008 Champion CTS recalls and problems
The 2008 Champion CTS has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Champion dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2008 Champion CTS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2008 Champion CTS recalls
Recall 11V-141: Equipment
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.
Risk: If sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and may be accompanied by flame, smoke and potential fire.
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.
Recall 09V-369: Interior Lighting
Problem: Champion bus is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2010 transit buses manufactured between january 2003 and august 2009 equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Risk: A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Fix: Champion bus will notify owners and luminator will repair the buses free of charge. Please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. The safety recall began on december 11, 2009. Owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or champion bus at 1-800-331-5761.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Champion CTS have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Champion CTS: 11V-141 (equipment), 09V-369 (interior lighting). 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.