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2010 CHAMPION AMERICAN CRUSADER Safety Overview

The 2010 CHAMPION AMERICAN CRUSADER has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Equipment adaptive/mobility
  • Equipment:electrical
  • Equipment:appliance:air conditioner

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for CHAMPION AMERICAN CRUSADER owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2010 CHAMPION AMERICAN CRUSADER 15V757000

Champion Bus, Inc.

If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

NHTSA Recall 15V757000: If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/16/2015
2010 CHAMPION AMERICAN CRUSADER 14V742000

Champion Bus, Inc.

If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.

NHTSA Recall 14V742000: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/19/2014
2010 CHAMPION AMERICAN CRUSADER 13V422000

Champion Bus is recalling certain model year 2010 American Crusader, American Coach, CTS-FE, CTS-...

High resistance may cause the board to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 13V422000: High resistance may cause the board to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/12/2013
2010 CHAMPION AMERICAN CRUSADER 11V141000

CHAMPION BUS IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CARRIER GENV EM-1 EVAPORATOR UNITS.

IF SUFFICIENT ARCING OCCURS, THE FUSE HOLDER MAY MELT, AND MAY BE ACCOMPANIED BY FLAME, SMOKE AND POTENTIAL FIRE.

NHTSA Recall 11V141000: IF SUFFICIENT ARCING OCCURS, THE FUSE HOLDER MAY MELT, AND MAY BE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/1/2011

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.