2017 Champion Impulse recalls and problems
The 2017 Champion Impulse has 1 safety recall. Recall repairs are free at any Champion dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2017 Champion Impulse vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2017 Champion Impulse recalls
Recall 18V-573: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Champion Bus (Champion) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Champion American Coach, American Crusader, American S2, Challenger, Crusader, Defender, and Impulse vehicles, equipped with certain S-Series and K-Series Titanium Wheelchair Lifts, models K200, K201, K550, K551, S200, S2201, S550 and S551. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height.
Risk: If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the injection molded cam with an aluminum machined cam, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Champion customer service 1-810-724-1753 extension 415 or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884 or by emailing Ricon at Admin18E044@wabtec.com.
Other Champion Impulse years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Champion Impulse have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Champion Impulse: 18V-573 (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.