1998 Damon Challenger Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1998 Damon Challenger has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2 reports).

3Recalls
6Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Challenger?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1998 Damon Challenger recalls

Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer

Recall 07V130Mar 20, 200725,128 vehicles affected

Equipment:Electrical

Recall 99V202Jul 23, 19991,767 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting

Recall 98V213Sep 4, 1998101 vehicles affected

Most common 1998 Damon Challenger problems

Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Structure2
Suspension1
Power Train1
Exterior Lighting1
Seats1
Visibility1
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

2004-11-22, Engine And Engine Cooling
BOTH EXHAUST MANIFOLDS CRACKED . ONE MANIFOLD STUD BROKE OFF AT THE HEAD. WIRING HARNESS STARTED TO MELT DUE TO HOT EXHAUST. THIS IS A 454 CHEV. ENGINE. WE HAD TO INSERT METAL PLATE TO DEFLECT THE EXHAUST UNTIL WE COULD GET IT FIXED. IT IS IN THE SHOP NOW FOR REPAIR ON THE RIGHT EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND REPLACEMENT ON THE LEFT EXHAUST MANIFOLD. WE WILL HAVE THE OLD PARTS WHEN DONE. *JB
2004-11-22, Visibility
BOUGHT UNIT USED ,DEFROSTER DID NOT WORK. AIR CONDITIONER HAS TO BE PUT ON TO GET THE HEAT OUT OF THE VENTS PRIOR TO USING THE VENTS. NONE OF THE DOOR ARE SWITCHING TO DIRECT THE AIR. *JB
2002-10-08, Structure
THE SPRINGS ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE MOTORHOME COLLASPED. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE SIZE 16 CHASSIS IS NOT SUFFICIENT ENOUGH TO CARRY A 3500 FOOT MOTORHOME. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. MR
2002-07-02, Suspension
THE MOTOR HOME WAS LEANING ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AND IT CONTINUED TO WORSEN UNTIL THE SPRING COLLAPSED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE SPRING COLLAPSED DUE TO BEING OVER WEIGHT AND WANTED TO CUT OFF THE RIGHT SPRING TO BALANCE THE RV. *YH
2002-06-03, Structure
SCREWS WERE RUSTING OUT ON LATTER LOCATED ON BACK OF TRAILER. CONSUMER FELT THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

1998 Damon Challenger questions

Does the 1998 Damon Challenger have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1998 Damon Challenger: Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer; Equipment:Electrical; Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Damon Challenger?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Structure (2), Suspension (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Damon Challenger has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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