1998 Damon Challenger
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 3 |
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility.
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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
NHTSA ODI report, 20041122
1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.
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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
NHTSA ODI report, 20021008
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.
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SCREWS WERE RUSTING OUT ON LATTER LOCATED ON BACK OF TRAILER. CONSUMER FELT THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020603
1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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WHEN DRIVING WITH FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR DRIVER CAN RAISE AND CATCH UNDERNEATH THE BRAKE PEDAL. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER CONTACTED AND ADMITTED TO PROBLEM, BUT WILL NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19981221
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CLASS A AND C MOTOR HOMES. THE HARDWARE USED TO SECURE THE LIQUID PROPANE (LP) TANK WAS NOT TIGHTENED PROPERLY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MOTOR HOMES TO VERIFY THAT THE PROPER HARDWARE IS BEING USED AND THAT ALL NUTS ARE TIGHTENED PROPERLY.
Campaign 98V213000 — check if this car was fixed
OMITTED EXHAUST HANGER
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES. A GENERATOR MUFFLER STRAP WAS OMITTED DURING THE INSTALLATION PROCESS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MUFFLER STRAP.
Campaign 99V202000 — check if this car was fixed
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 REL
Remedy: 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 ME
Campaign 07V130000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 Damon Challenger — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 98V213000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V202000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V130000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1998 Damon Challenger reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Damon Challenger?
The most-reported component is visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Damon Challenger have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.