2014 Champion Bus Defender — Seat belts
Published June 9, 2014 · Recall initiated: May 28, 2014
Summary
NHTSA records recall 14V302000, published June 9, 2014 and initiated May 28, 2014. Recalling firm: Champion Bus, Inc.; 2014 Champion Bus Defender — Seat belts.
What's the hazard
Champion Bus, Inc. (Champion) is recalling certain model year 2014 Defender shuttle buses built on Freightliner M2 chassis equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. 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. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies.
What to do
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), manufacturer of the Freightliner chassis, has notified owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Champion Bus at 1-810-724-6474 or DTNA at 1-800-385-4357.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CHAMPION BUS
- Model
- DEFENDER
- Manufacturer
- Champion Bus, Inc.
- Lot
- 2014 CHAMPION BUS DEFENDER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2014 Champion Bus Defender — Seat belts recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V302000 on June 9, 2014. Reported hazard: Champion Bus, Inc. (Champion) is recalling certain model year 2014 Defender shuttle buses built on Freightliner M2 chassis equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. 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. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies.
What should I do if I have this product?
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), manufacturer of the Freightliner chassis, has notified owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Champion Bus at 1-810-724-6474 or DTNA at 1-800-385-4357.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHAMPION BUS. Model: DEFENDER.