2003 Damon Daybreak

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2003 Damon Daybreak
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:25:03.803Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints 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 Daybreak Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 1 complaints 1999: 3 complaints 1999 2000: 5 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 6 complaints 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 5 complaints 2005: 1 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaints 2007: 4 complaints 2007 2008: 1 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2011
2003: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19972
19981
19993
20005
20013
20026
20032
20045
20051
20061
20074
20081
20090
20101
20110

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.

STEERING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.

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MOTORHOME TAKEN TO REPAIR FACILITY 11/18/02. BRAKES MUSHY & BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY DOWN TO FLOOR WHEN BRAKING. MASTER CYLINDER HAD TO BE REPLACED WITH 3,403 MILES ON NEW VEHICLE. MECHANICS FOUND NUT MISSING FROM SWAY BAR & REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021209

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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MOTORHOME TAKEN TO REPAIR FACILITY 11/18/02. BRAKES MUSHY & BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY DOWN TO FLOOR WHEN BRAKING. MASTER CYLINDER HAD TO BE REPLACED WITH 3,403 MILES ON NEW VEHICLE. MECHANICS FOUND NUT MISSING FROM SWAY BAR & REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021209

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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MOTORHOME TAKEN TO REPAIR FACILITY 11/18/02. BRAKES MUSHY & BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY DOWN TO FLOOR WHEN BRAKING. MASTER CYLINDER HAD TO BE REPLACED WITH 3,403 MILES ON NEW VEHICLE. MECHANICS FOUND NUT MISSING FROM SWAY BAR & REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021209

SAFETY TIMELINE

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 Date not on file — electrical system

CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON WORKHORSE CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH ACTIA CORPORATE INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 101, "CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS" AND NO.

Remedy: DAMON IS WORKING WITH WORKHORSE TO CONTACT THE OWNERS AND REMEDY THIS CAMPAIGN . WORKHORSE WILL REPROGRAM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 1-877-246-7731 OR DAMON AT 1-800-860-3812.

Campaign 06V132000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Damon Daybreak — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V132000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V080000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07V130000 (equipment) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2003 Damon Daybreak 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 2003 Damon Daybreak?

The most-reported component is suspension:front, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Damon Daybreak 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.