Door operator connecting rod/vapor bus
Defect Summary
On certain buses equipped with vapor bus connecting rods, when the connecting rod is subjected to certain load combinations and cumulative cycling, initiation and propagation of fatigue cracks are seen at the external thread roots. if the crack initiates and propagates through the cross section of the connecting rod, it may result in the bending or the connecting rod assembly and malfunction of the door actuation assembly.
Safety Consequence
If the crack propagates through the entire cross section of the connecting rod, the connecting rod may break and the associated door panel may be able to move freely in an uncontrolled manner, leaving passengers inside the bus unprotected by the door panel and possibly enabling a protruding door panel to strike persons or objects outside the bus.
Corrective Action
Vapor bus is conducting this recall (please see 05e-030). all buses involved in this recall have been repaired.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Champion Bus, Inc. or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 06V368000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V368000?
NHTSA recall 06V368000 was issued by Champion Bus, Inc. on September 27, 2006. It addresses: Door operator connecting rod/vapor bus. The recall affects approximately 22 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Champion Bus, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V368000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.