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2006 CHAMPION CHALLENGER Safety Overview

The 2006 CHAMPION CHALLENGER 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

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 CHALLENGER owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2006 CHAMPION CHALLENGER 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
2006 CHAMPION CHALLENGER 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
2006 CHAMPION CHALLENGER 12V593000

Champion Bus is recalling certain model year 2006, and certain model year 2008-2013 buses, models...

The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift causing a short circuit that could result in a fire.

NHTSA Recall 12V593000: The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/18/2012
2006 CHAMPION CHALLENGER 10V593000

CHAMPION BUS IS RECALLING CERTAIN BUSES EQUIPPED WITH TRANS AIR TA 73 EVAPORATORS.

THIS WOULD CAUSE THE RESISTOR TEMPERATURE TO RISE TO A POINT WHERE IT WILL MELT AND POSSIBLY IGNITE THE PLASTIC BLOWER HOUSING TO WHICH IT IS MOUNTED. THE OVERHEATING CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

NHTSA Recall 10V593000: THIS WOULD CAUSE THE RESISTOR TEMPERATURE TO RISE TO A POINT WHERE IT WILL... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/18/2010

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.