Champion Bus Defender recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
4 recalls found for the Champion Bus Defender in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Champion Bus Defender | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 Champion Bus Defender | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 Champion Bus Defender | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 Champion Bus Defender | 2 | 0 |
| 2010 Champion Bus Defender | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 Champion Bus Defender | 1 | 0 |
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Newest Champion Bus Defender recalls
- May 28, 201414V303000Power train2 vehicles2014 Champion Bus Defender
The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input.
- May 28, 201414V302000Seat belts25 vehicles2014 Champion Bus Defender
When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch.
- Dec 18, 201212V593000Equipment73 vehiclesChampion Challenger, Champion Bus Defender and 2 more models
The buses are equipped with a Ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which has an optional armored pendant cable.
- Mar 1, 201111V141000Equipment974 vehiclesChampion Challenger, Champion Crusader and 6 more models
Due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.