C2 grid heater relay wiring
Defect Summary
Champion bus (champion) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 abc-m1235 transit buses manufactured from march 9, 2011, to november 18, 2011, built on a freightliner custom chassis. The grid heater ground wire may contact the relay power terminal and rub and chafe, potentially resulting in a short circuit.
Safety Consequence
An electrical fault or short circuit could cause a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action
Freightliner will notify the owners, and inspect the buses and correctly route the ground wire as necessary the repairs will be performed by freightliner authorized facilities free of charge. the safety recall began on february 2, 2012. owners may contact champion at 1-810-724-6474.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Champion Bus, Inc. or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 12V040000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V040000?
NHTSA recall 12V040000 was issued by Champion Bus, Inc. on February 3, 2012. It addresses: C2 grid heater relay wiring. The recall affects approximately 30 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Champion Bus, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V040000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.