Electric door actuator may lead to fire
Defect Summary
Champion bus is recalling certain model year 2010 american crusader, american coach, cts-fe, cts-re, and ic low floor buses; and 2009-2010 challenger and crusader buses; and 2009-2011 defender and ez trans buses; and 2010-2011 ic high floor buses. The buses are manufactured from august 1, 2009, through may 19, 2011, and equipped with a&m systems door headers containing model 3230 circuit boards. voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits, causing the circuit board to develop high resistance.
Safety Consequence
High resistance may cause the board to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Champion bus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door header and replace any defective circuit board, free of charge. the recall began on october 22, 2013. owners may contact champion at 1-810-724-6474.
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FAQ: Recall 13V422000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V422000?
NHTSA recall 13V422000 was issued by Champion Bus, Inc. on September 12, 2013. It addresses: Electric door actuator may lead to fire. The recall affects approximately 598 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Champion Bus, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V422000 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.