Recalls for your 2008 Champion Re Cts

Recalls for 2008 Champion Re Cts

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DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 2008-03-06
Description
Champion is recalling 14 my 2007-2008 m1235 and re cts buses built on freightliner chassis.  The fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under-tightened.

Consequence
Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.

Corrective Action
Champion bus is working with freightliner to repair these vehicles free of charge (please see 07v306).  The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign.  Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712 or champion at 1-800-331-5761.

Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.