2017 Champion Lf Transport problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2017 Champion Lf Transport — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2017 compare to other Lf Transport years?

Lf Transport NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2017 Champion Lf Transport have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V798000SeatsNovember 12, 2018 · 76 units

Defect

Champion Bus, Inc. (Champion) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Champion Challenger, Defender, LF Transport, Goshen G-Force, and Impulse transit buses, equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Champion will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Champion customer service at 1-810-724-1753, extension 415 or Freedman customer service at 1-800-527-7477.

2017 Champion Lf Transport — common questions

Is the 2017 Champion Lf Transport reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2017 Champion Lf Transport have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2017 Champion Lf Transport. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2017 compare to other Lf Transport years?

Does the 2017 Champion Lf Transport have recalls?

2017 Champion Lf Transport — common questions

Is the 2017 Champion Lf Transport reliable?

Does the 2017 Champion Lf Transport have recalls?

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