NHTSA Recall 19V554000: Escape/egress/exit (structure)
Champion Bus, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 362 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Champion Challenger.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V554000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › EMERGENCY › ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT |
| Report received | July 25, 2019 |
| Owner notification | September 16, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Champion Bus, Inc. (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.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V554000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Champion Challenger | 2019 |
| Champion Crusader | 2019 |
| Champion Defender | 2019 |
| Champion Lf Transport | 2019 |
| Goshen G-Force | 2019 |
| Goshen Impulse | 2019 |
| Goshen Pacer II | 2019 |
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.