Champion Bus is recalling certain model year 2006, and certain model year 2008-2013 buses
— Recall Campaign #12V593000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 73 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V593000
| Manufacturer: | Champion Bus, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 18, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V593000 |
| Units affected: | 73 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- 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.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- 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.