Champion Bus Defender: Power train — control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Affects Champion Bus Defender · 2014 — about 2 vehicles.

The hazard

The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), manufacturer of the Freightliner chassis, has notified owners, and Eaton authorized service facilities has updated the Hybrid Control Module Software version, free of charge. The recall began in May 2014. Owners may contact Champion Bus at 1-810-724-6474. Customers may also contact Eaton at 1-800-386-1911.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational