Recall 03V458000: 2002 Champion Challenger

Report received

Oct 24, 2003

Manufacturer

Champion bus, inc.

Potentially affected

61vehicles

Model years

2002

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain transit buses, a light gauge steel was used for the floor frame crossmember located in the floor sub-frame.

Possible consequence

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.

Remedy

Owners will inspect for cracks and if cracks are present owners are to contact champion for repair instructions. The recall began on may 12, 2004. Owners should contact champion at 1-800-788-1976.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2002 Champion Challenger0 complaints