The problem
Due to overpressurized fuel system and closed emissions control system, there may be excessive hydrocarbon ignition in exhaust stage of engine operation.
The risk
This can result in fires from burned through mufflers,degradation of hoses, or liquid or excessive vapor release from emissioncanisters.
The fix
Replace fuel tank filler cap with high flow, two-stage retention caps; replace engine compartment heater hoses with high-temp nomex hoses; provide an additional heat shield between coach bodies and muffler; and provide decals for attachment to the fuel system advising users not to completely fill their fuel tanks.
Contacts
System: fuel.Vehicle description: buses built on john deere chassis with ford c6transmissions and 7.5 Liter engines with carburetors.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Champion dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 90V130000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.