CHAMPION 2014 CHAMPION DEFENDER Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2014 CHAMPION DEFENDER
Brand
CHAMPION
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2014
Champion Bus, Inc. is recalling certain 2014 CHAMPION DEFENDER vehicles due to seats issues. Spring nuts that fail to secure the seat and allow seat movement could increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a vehicle crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Champion Bus, Inc. (Champion) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 LF Transport, HCAC, Defender, Crusader, and Challenger transit buses manufactured September 2, 2014, to October 14, 2014. The spring nuts used to secure the passenger seats failed durability testing.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Spring nuts that fail to secure the seat and allow seat movement could increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a vehicle crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Champion will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective seat nuts, free of charge. The recall began in December 2014. Owners may contact Champion at 1-810-724-6474.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026