Champion Bus (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.
Champion Bus – Roof Hatch External Handle May Break/FMVSS 217
| Report Received Date | 07/25/2019 |
| NHTSA ID | 19V554000 |
| Consequence Summary | 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. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 362 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V554000) |
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