2011 CHAMPION CRUSADER Safety Overview
The 2011 CHAMPION CRUSADER has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Seats
- Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Equipment
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the j-bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.
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 CRUSADER owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Champion Bus, Inc.
If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 16V010000: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.