Recalls for 2019 Champion Challenger

DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT

Posted on: 2019-07-26
Description
Champion bus, inc.  (champion) is recalling certain 2019 challenger, crusader, defender and lf transport and goshen g-force, impulse and pacer ii shuttle buses equipped with prolo roof emergency escape hatches.  Due to a manufacturing issue, the roof hatch external handle may unexpectedly break under reasonable use.  

Consequence
If the roof hatch external handle breaks, in the event of an emergency, the hatch cannot be easily opened from outside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Champion will notify owners, and dealers will replace the handle, free of charge.  The recall began september 16, 2019.  Owners may contact champion customer service 1-810-724-1753, extension 415.  

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