2001 Damon Challenger

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2001 Damon Challenger
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:03:29.829Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Damon Challenger Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1991: 1 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 0 complaints 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1996: 1 complaints 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 6 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 2000: 3 complaints 2001: 1 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2003: 7 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2006: 3 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 3 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 1 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2012
2001: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19911
19920
19930
19942
19961
19972
19986
19996
20003
20011
20022
20037
20042
20052
20063
20072
20083
20090
20100
20111
20120

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DAMON CHALLENGER. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO ASSIST THE CONTACT WITH THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS AWARE OF THE SAFETY RISK INVOLVED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070501

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010103 — equipment

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES. THE FURNACE IS EXPOSED TO A STORAGE COMPARTMENT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL SIDEWALL PANELING TO THE EXPOSED FURNACE OPENING. THIS WILL SEPARATE THE FURNACE FROM THE STORAGE COMPARTMENT UNDER THE RANGE.

Campaign 00V401000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20030512 — service brakes, hydraulic

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 FU

Remedy: 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

Campaign 03V080000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20070626 — equipment

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

R 20090501 — service brakes, hydraulic

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 CALI

Remedy: 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

Campaign 09V225000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — seat belts

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON DODGE VAN CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES PRODUCED BY AM-SAFE BETWEEN JANUARY 28 AND AUGUST 15, 2000. ON SOME SEAT BELTS, THE BUCKLE AND CONNECTOR MAY UNLATCH DURING A COLLISION.

Remedy: AM-SAFE NOTIFIED DAMON'S CUSTOMERS TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER TO HAVE THE SEAT BELTS REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE.

Campaign 00V273008 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Damon Challenger — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 00V273008 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 00V401000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V080000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07V130000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09V225000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Damon Challenger?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Damon Challenger have?

5 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.