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Vehicle recall 04V519000 · October 28, 2004

Champion Challenger, CTS and 3 more models

On certain transit buses, a light gauge steel was used for the floor frame crossmember located in the floor sub-frame.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
On certain transit buses, a light gauge steel was used for the floor frame crossmember located in the floor sub-frame.
Consequence
Driving the bus on some road conditions could cause the sub-floor crossmember frame to crack. This condition can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will inspect for cracks and if cracks are present owners are to contact champion for repair instructions. The recall began November 16, 2004. Owners should contact champion at 1-800-788-1976.
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).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
04V519000
Reported to NHTSA
October 28, 2004
Filed by
CHAMPION BUS, INC.
Owner notification
November 16, 2004
Vehicles potentially affected
1,552
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields
Recall 04V519000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

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