- The problem
- Thor motor coach is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 damon challenger, model year 2008-2009 challenger platinum, model year 2007-2011 daybreak, model year 2010 daybreak classic, model year 2009-2010 daybreak sport, model year 2007-2009, outlaw and model year 2011 four winds hurricane, recreational vehicles manufactured from march 2007, through august 2008. The fuel-fill cap assemblies used to seal the unused side of the dual-fill gasoline fuel tank were produced with a hose material that did not meet design specifications. During normal usage the hose material may deteriorate which may result in fuel leaks.
- The risk
- A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire which may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
- The fix
- Navistar/workhorse is handling the remedy and owner notification for this campaign please see navistar/workhorse's defect report 10v-348. Navistar/workhorse will replace the original fuel-fill cap assemblies with ones assembled with hose material that meets design specifications. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact navistar at 1-260-461-1890.
Vehicle safety record
2007 Damon Challenger Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2007 Damon Challenger with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the visibility & wipers (1). It is covered by 6 recalls, the latest in January 2011 for the tank assembly. For comparison, the 2006 has 3 and the 2008 has 3.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Challenger year, for its age
#360 most complained-about 2007 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2007 Damon Challenger problems
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2007 Damon Challenger recalls 6
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
- 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.
- The risk
- In the event of a fire or explosion, there is a potential for property damage, personal injury or death.
- The 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.
- 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.
- The problem
- Certain motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "Lamps reflective devices, and associated equipment." These motor homes were built without the red rear reflex reflectors and some motor homes were built without the side rear red reflex reflectors.
- The risk
- During night driving conditions or while the motor home is parked, the rear and side marker lights will not provide any reflex reflection to mark the vehicle's location in the dark increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Damon will provide the owners with a kit containing the missing reflectors and instructions for applying them to their vehicle. Owners may choose to have their dealers do the repair free of charge. The recall began on july 9, 2007. Owners may contact damon at 1-800-860-3812.
- The problem
- On certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis and equipped with gm 8.1L v8 engines, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.
- The risk
- In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
- The fix
- Chevrolet and workhorse are handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign (please see 06v225 and 06v289). Dealers will replace the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clips on these engines free of charge. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, workhorse at 877-294-6773, or damon at 1-574-264-5517.
- The problem
- Certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis may have been equipped with incorrect steering intermediate shafts. The spline can strip while the steering wheel is being turned.
- The risk
- This steering condition could result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Workhorse is conducting this recall (please see 06v148000) and will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering intermediate shaft. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-294-6773 or damon at 574-264-2900.
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2 complaints about the 2007 Damon Challenger
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Windshield wipers stopped in middle of windshield during a rainstorm. Wiper blade on driver side then hung below the windshield rubber and would not start again. Wipe is 32 inches long and "sags" on each pass. Entire assembly has been replaced, including the blades, and this continues to happen. Others have had the same problem as us on 2007 damon challenger class a motorhomes as reported on the website www.Irv2.Com. Damon does not have a fix. This is a safety hazard on 2007 -2012 models.*Jb
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 damon challenger rv. While driving down a hill at 25 mph he applied pressure to the brake pedal, but the electrical brakes failed. He had to use the parking brake to decelerate. The vehicle was in the process of being towed to a dealer for inspection. The current and the failure mileages were 13,000.
Damon Challenger: every year compared
All Challenger years2007 Damon Challenger vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Damon Challenger | 2 | 6 | D | |
| 2007 Damon Daybreak | 4 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2007 Damon Outlaw | 2 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2007 Damon Astoria | 1 | 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 2007 Damon Challenger
Does the 2007 Damon Challenger have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2007 Damon Challenger: tank assembly (January 2011); tank assembly (September 2010); service brakes, hydraulic (June 2009); exterior lighting (January 2007) and more. 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 2007 Damon Challenger?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), visibility & wipers (1).
How many complaints has the 2007 Damon Challenger had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 5, 2009 and the latest on September 3, 2013. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2007 Damon Challenger a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more 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 2007 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