2006 Damon Daybreak
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 3 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: visibility.
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DAMON DAYBREAK RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING SHE HEARD AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT NOISE IN THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE NOISE WAS CAUSED BY THE TELEVISION BECAUSE IT WAS NOT BOLTED DOWN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100723
SAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES, SOME HYDRAULIC LINES FOR THE LEVELING JACK SYSTEM MAY BE IMPROPERLY SECURED OR ROUTED TOO CLOSE TO A DRIVE TRAIN HEAT SOURCE.
Remedy: DAMON WILL INSPECT AND SECURE THE CLEARANCE OF THE HYDRAULIC LEVELING HOSE THAT MAY BE TOO CLOSE TO HEAT SOURCES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 25, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAMON AT 1-800-860-3812.
Campaign 06V347000 — check if this car was fixed
DAMON IS RECALLING 43 MY 2006-2009 DAYBREAK AND MY 2009 DAYBREAK SPORT MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON WORKHORSE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CHASSIS. THE CASTLE NUT THAT RETAINS THE STEERING DRAG LINK TO THE PITMAN AR
Remedy: DAMON IS WORKING WITH WORKHORSE TO REPLACE AND PROPERLY TIGHTEN THE CASTLE NUT THAT RETAINS THE STEERING DRAG LINK TO THE PITMAN ARM (PLEASE SEE 08V442). OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 1-877-946-77
Campaign 08V562000 — check if this car was fixed
DAMON IS RECALLING 4,677 MY 2004-2006 CHALLENGER, DAYBREAK, INTRUDER, MY 2004-2005 ESCAPER, ULTRASPORT, AND MY 2005 ASTORIA AND ASTORIA WALDORF MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR MANUFA
Remedy: DAMON WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A ME
Campaign 08V534000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON WORKHORSE CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH GM 8.1L V8 ENGINES, IMPROPER HARDENING DURING THE HEAT TREATMENT PROCESS CAN CAUSE THE FUEL RAIL PULSE DAMPER RETAINER CLIP TO FRACTURE, RESULTING IN INADEQUATE RETENTION OF THE...
Remedy: CHEVROLET AND WORKHORSE ARE HANDLING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN (PLEASE SEE 06V225 AND 06V289). DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL RAIL PULSE DAMPER RETAINER CLIPS ON THESE ENGINES FREE OF CHARGE.
Campaign 06V451000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 Damon Daybreak — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06V451000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V347000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V562000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V534000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2006 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 2006 Damon Daybreak?
The most-reported component is visibility:windshield, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Damon Daybreak have?
4 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.