Champion · Canada · Mod
Champion General, Defender +2 more: Structure
Affects Champion General, Defender, Challenger, CTS · 2000–2004 — about 21 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, cracks may develop on the lateral crossmembers (floor sub-frame) and on the risers of the sub-frame, at the rear of the bus from the first crossmember in front of the rear axle. Cracks of this nature could compromise the structural integrity of the bus body in the event of a crash. Correction: Dealers will affect repairs.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational