2004 Champion Defender recalls and problems
The 2004 Champion Defender has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Champion dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2004 Champion Defender vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2004 Champion Defender recalls
Recall 09V-313: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: Champion bus is recalling 36 model year 2004, 2005, and 2007 defender and model year 2005-2006 m1000 buses built between april 12, 2004 and september 18, 2006. Certain hydraulic brake lines may contact the transmission dipstick tube as the engine rocks.
Risk: Continued contact between the brake line and the dipstick tube could cause a brake fluid leak and reduce brake performance, potentially resulting in a crash without warning.
Fix: Daimler trucks is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Please see 09v-114. Daimler trucks will correct the chassis if found to be defective. This service will be performed for you free of charge. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
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.
Other Champion Defender years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Champion Defender have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 Champion Defender: 09V-313 (service brakes, hydraulic), 04V-521 (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.