NHTSA Recall 04V521000: Equipment adaptive/mobility
CHAMPION BUS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 231 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Champion Challenger.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V521000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Report received | November 2, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
Safety risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.
Remedy
Sure-lok is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or champion at 810-724-6474.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V521000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Champion Challenger | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Champion Crusader | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Champion CTS | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Champion Defender | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| General Coach M1035 | 2002 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.