NHTSA Recall 09V369000: Interior lighting
CHAMPION BUS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 69 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Champion American Crusader.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V369000 |
|---|---|
| Component | INTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | September 24, 2009 |
| Owner notification | December 11, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Champion bus is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2010 transit buses manufactured between january 2003 and august 2009 equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Safety risk
A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Remedy
Champion bus will notify owners and luminator will repair the buses free of charge. Please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. The safety recall began on december 11, 2009. Owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or champion bus at 1-800-331-5761.
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 09V369000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Champion American Crusader | 2007 |
| Champion Challenger | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009 |
| Champion CTS | 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Champion Defender | 2003, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| Champion Ez-Trans | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Champion High Floor IC | 2010 |
| Champion Lo-Trans | 2005, 2006 |
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.