Champion Bus software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input.
The short version
Champion Bus, Inc. reported a problem with the automatic transmission control module (tcm/pcm/tecm). Here is what owners need to know.
The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input.
The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), manufacturer of the Freightliner chassis, has notified owners, and Eaton authorized service facilities has updated the Hybrid Control Module Software version, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 14V-303.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| — | See NHTSA record 14V-303 |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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