Champion American Coach recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 19, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Champion Bus, Inc. recalls 2013–2015 Champion — 14 models

Recall number

15V391000

Brand / firm

Champion

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,818 units

Why it was recalled

A frayed seat belt fray may fail to properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Champion Bus, Inc. (Champion) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 American Crusader, American Coach, Challenger, Crusader, CTS-FE, CTS-RE, Defender, EZ Trans, HCAC, HC, DFUC, LF Transport, Premier, and Spirit transit buses manufactured March 1, 2013, to June 12, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the passenger seat belts may rub against the metal seat frame and fray. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

What to do

Champion will notify owners, and dealers will install a plastic sleeve over the metal seat frame, and replace any seat belts that show evidence of fraying, free of charge. The recall began on September 16, 2015. Owners may contact Champion customer service at 1-810-724-1753 extension 562.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.