NHTSA Recall 09V313000: Service brakes, hydraulic
CHAMPION BUS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 36 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Champion Defender.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V313000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Report received | July 30, 2009 |
| Owner notification | June 10, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Champion bus is recalling 36 model year 2004, 2005, and 2007 defender and model year 2005-2006 m1000 buses built between april 12, 2004 and september 18, 2006. Certain hydraulic brake lines may contact the transmission dipstick tube as the engine rocks.
Safety risk
Continued contact between the brake line and the dipstick tube could cause a brake fluid leak and reduce brake performance, potentially resulting in a crash without warning.
Remedy
Daimler trucks is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Please see 09v-114. Daimler trucks will correct the chassis if found to be defective. This service will be performed for you free of charge. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V313000
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.