2011 Champion M1235 recalls and problems
The 2011 Champion M1235 has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Champion dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2011 Champion M1235 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2011 Champion M1235 recalls
Recall 12V-040: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Champion bus (Champion) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 abc-m1235 transit buses manufactured from march 9, 2011, to november 18, 2011, built on a freightliner custom chassis. The grid heater ground wire may contact the relay power terminal and rub and chafe, potentially resulting in a short circuit.
Risk: An electrical fault or short circuit could cause a vehicle fire.
Fix: Freightliner will notify the owners, and inspect the buses and correctly route the ground wire as necessary the repairs will be performed by freightliner authorized facilities free of charge. The safety recall began on february 2, 2012. Owners may contact champion at 1-810-724-6474.
Recall 11V-518: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Champion bus (Champion) is recalling certain model year 2011 cts and m1235 trucks manufactured from march 9, 2011, through june 29, 2011, equipped with a cummins isx or isl diesel engine. The V-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (Doc)/diesel particulate filter (Dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. A fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/DPF housing to disconnect.
Risk: If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/DPF housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.
Fix: Champion is working with cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. Repairs will be performed by authorized cummins dealers free of charge. The safety recall began october 10, 2011. Owners may contact cummins at 1-812-377-5000.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Champion M1235 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Champion M1235: 12V-040 (exterior lighting), 11V-518 (engine and engine cooling). 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.