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Vehicle recall 08V326000 · July 17, 2008

Champion International High Floor, Defender and 3 more models

The fasteners that are used to hold electrical connectors in place on the roof mounted air conditioner control panel may not be tightened down to the proper torque and/or there…

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

Summary
Champion is recalling 68 my 2007-2009 transit buses. The fasteners that are used to hold electrical connectors in place on the roof mounted air conditioner control panel may not be tightened down to the proper torque and/or there may be a possible frayed wire at the connection point.
Consequence
If these connections are loose, it could result in overheating and cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fasteners on the electrical control board and tighten them to the proper torque value if they are found to be loose. The recall began on July 1, 2008. Owners may contact champion bus at 1-810-724-1735.
Notes
Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
08V326000
Reported to NHTSA
July 17, 2008
Filed by
CHAMPION BUS, INC.
Owner notification
July 1, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected
68
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
Recall 08V326000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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