While driving, the rear axle separated from the frame. *Ak the design of the axle support brackets were not strong enough for the load of the trailer nor was the axle assembly properly secured to the trailer which created a hazardous safety condition. *Jb
Vehicle safety record
1997 Damon Escaper Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 Damon Escaper with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (1). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Escaper year, for its age
#338 most complained-about 1997 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1997 Damon Escaper problems
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No recalls for the 1997 Damon Escaper
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1997 Damon Escaper. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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1 complaints about the 1997 Damon Escaper
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Damon Escaper: every year compared
All Escaper years1997 Damon Escaper vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Damon Escaper | 1 | 0 | A | |
| 1997 Damon Damon | 4 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Damon Ultrasport | 4 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1997 Damon Intruder | 3 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1997 Damon Daybreak | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Damon Challenger | 2 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1997 Damon Frontier | 1 | 0 | - | 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 1997 Damon Escaper
Does the 1997 Damon Escaper have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1997 Damon Escaper right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Damon Escaper?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 1997 Damon Escaper had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 3, 2004 and the latest on March 3, 2004. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1997 Damon Escaper a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 95 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Damon Escaper 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 Escaper years have the most complaints?
2000 (3), 1992 (2), 1993 (2). See every Damon Escaper year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Damon Escaper 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