2018 Champion Defender Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2018 Champion Defender has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

2Recalls
0Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2018 Champion Defender recalls

Foldaway Seat Cushion May Not Lock, Raising Injury Risk

Recall 18V798Nov 12, 201876 vehicles affected

The back seat cushion on certain transit buses can rotate from the stowed position to the upright position without staying locked in place under load, such as during a crash or sudden stop.

Wheelchair lift may stop above floor, risking tip-in injury

Recall 18V573Aug 30, 2018219 vehicles affected

On certain Champion buses and coaches, the positioning input cam in the wheelchair lift can fail while the lift is in use.

2018 Champion Defender questions

Does the 2018 Champion Defender have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 Champion Defender: Foldaway Seat Cushion May Not Lock, Raising Injury Risk; Wheelchair lift may stop above floor, risking tip-in injury. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Champion Defender has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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