Champion Bus Defender Recalls in Canada
The Champion Bus Defender has 7 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by accessories issues with 7 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Champion Bus dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
2018-12-05Accessories: On certain buses equipped with a Ricon S-Series or K-Series titanium wheelchair lift, the lift positioning input cam may fail. If this happens and the operator continues to press t
2018-12-05Accessories: On certain buses equipped with a Ricon S-Series or K-Series titanium wheelchair lift, the lift positioning input cam may fail. If this happens and the operator continues to press t
2018-12-05Accessories: On certain buses equipped with a Ricon S-Series or K-Series titanium wheelchair lift, the lift positioning input cam may fail. If this happens and the operator continues to press t
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Champion Bus Defender have in Canada?
7 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Champion Bus Defender (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is accessories with 7 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Champion Bus Defender has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Champion Bus dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.