GULF STREAM G-FORCE 2019: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR/WINDOW:EMERGENCY EXIT
| Make : GULF STREAM | Model : G-FORCE | Year : 2019 |
| Build Dates : 2018-08-01 - 2019-07-01 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V554000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2019-09-16 | Date Received by ODI: 2019-07-25 | Date Added to Database: 2019-07-26 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Goshen Coach | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
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| Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR/WINDOW:EMERGENCY EXIT | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 362 | ||
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Summary:
Champion Bus, Inc. "Champion" is recalling certain 2019 Challenger, Crusader, Defender and LF Transport and Goshen G-Force, Impulse and Pacer II shuttle buses equipped with Prolo roof emergency escape hatches. Due to a manufacturing issue, the roof hatch external handle may unexpectedly break under reasonable use. |
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Consequence:
If the roof hatch external handle breaks, in the event of an emergency, the hatch cannot be easily opened from outside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. |
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Remedy:
Champion will notify owners, and dealers will replace the handle, free of charge. The recall began September 16, 2019. Owners may contact Champion customer service 1-810-724-1753, extension 415. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 217 | |
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Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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