2011 Champion Bus Defender recalls and problems
The 2011 Champion Bus Defender has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Champion Bus dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2011 Champion Bus Defender vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2011 Champion Bus Defender recalls
Recall 12V-593: Equipment
Problem: Champion Bus is recalling certain model year 2006, and certain model year 2008-2013 buses, models: American Crusader, Challenger, Crusader, and Defender; manufactured September 30, 2006, through November 16, 2012. The buses are equipped with a Ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which has an optional armored pendant cable. The cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover.
Risk: The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift causing a short circuit that could result in a fire.
Fix: Champion Bus is working with Ricon to notify owners. Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit with instructions, free of charge. Owners may contact Champion Bus at 1-819-724-6474 or Ricon at 1-818-267-3000.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Champion Bus Defender have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Champion Bus Defender: 12V-593 (equipment), 11V-141 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Champion Bus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Champion Bus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.