2006 Damon Intruder problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/Trailer:lpg Systems:tank Assembly 2010-09-09 · campaign 10V407000 · 271 vehicles
Defect: DAMON IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2011 CHALLENGER, MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 INTRUDER MOTOR HOMES. THESE MOTOR HOMES DO NOT HAVE THE PROPER CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE REAR SUSPENSION LEAF SPRING AND THE VEHICLE LIQUID PROPANE FUEL TANK. AS THE SUSPENSION TRAVELS IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE LEAF SPRING SHACKLE BOLT TO COME IN CONTACT WITH THE TANK. THIS POTENTIALLY COULD PUNCTURE THE TANK AND RESULT IN A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
Risk: IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE OR EXPLOSION, THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Fix: DAMON WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE PROPER CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE SHACKLE BOLT AND THE TANK EXISTS. IF IT IS FOUND THERE IS NOT ENOUGH CLEARANCE, THE TANK WILL BE RELOCATED TO PROVIDE THE PROPER CLEARANCE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 6, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAMON WARRANTY SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 877-855-2867.
What owners report
2006-10-29 · Structure“suspension sags on passenger side 4 3/4 inches. had vehicle weighed and found the vehicle weighs over 2,000 lbs more on the right rear than it does one the left rear. this exceeds the tire rating even when the vehicle is unloaded. manufacturer refuses to remedy the problem and vehicle is unsafe to operate in its factory configuration. dealer refuse…”
2006-10-11 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · 1,635 mi“dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at various speeds on normal road conditions, the motor home pulled to the right side without warning. the motor home was weighed on a certified truck scale which indicated the right rear corner weighed 2,000 pounds more causing the rv to lean to the right side. also, due to the right rear addi…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.