- The problem
- Damon is recalling 2,415 motorhomes equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal vehicle operation may experience calipers sticking in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag.
- The risk
- The driver would normally detect the brake drag but if undetected the temperature increase at the wheel end can eventually lead to soft pedal conditions due to brake fluid boil, and possible extended stopping distance increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components free of charge. Workhorse is handling the remedy and owner notification for this campaign please see 09v-110. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731.
Vehicle safety record
2002 Damon Challenger Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2002 Damon Challenger with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the body, doors & structure (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in June 2009 for the service brakes, hydraulic. For comparison, the 2001 has 1 and the 2003 has 7.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Challenger year, for its age
#356 most complained-about 2002 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2002 Damon Challenger problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2002 Damon Challenger recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Certain travel trailers and motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
- The risk
- Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
- The fix
- Damon will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or damon at 1-800-860-3812.
- The problem
- Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "Hydraulic and electric brake systems." The brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
- The risk
- In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.
- The fix
- Dealers will repair the brake warning lamp circuit. Owner notification is began may 12, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact damon at 1-219-272-9212.
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2 complaints about the 2002 Damon Challenger
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 damon challenger. The contact stated while driving 55 mph, the brakes failed. The contact had to pump the brake pedal in order to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that the calipers had to cool down before he could continue driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they confirmed that the calipers, brake sensors and rotors needed to be replaced .The vehicle was repaired under recall nhtsa campaign number: 09v225000 (service brakes, hydraulic) but not all failed components were covered. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000. The vin was unavailable.
Front tire strikes fender while making left turn. Stabilizers cannot be lowered since it strikes front tire causing it to be compressed. Dealer wants to extend fender 2 inches and place a 2" filler in gap.*Ak
Damon Challenger: every year compared
All Challenger years2002 Damon Challenger vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Damon Challenger | 2 | 3 | B | |
| 2002 Damon Daybreak | 6 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2002 Damon Intruder | 5 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2002 Damon Damon | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2002 Damon Escaper | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2002 Damon Challenger
Does the 2002 Damon Challenger have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Damon Challenger: service brakes, hydraulic (June 2009); recreational vehicle / trailer (March 2007); lamp (March 2003). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Damon Challenger?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), body, doors & structure (1), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2002 Damon Challenger had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 2, 2003 and the latest on June 17, 2013. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2002 Damon Challenger a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Damon Challenger year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Damon Challenger years have the most complaints?
2003 (7), 1998 (6), 1999 (6). See every Damon Challenger year compared.
What should I do if my 2002 Damon Challenger has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data