MYRModel Year Report

1997 Damon Intruder

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1997 Damon Intruder
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:19:53.483Z

Only 3 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 3 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 Intruder Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1994: 1 complaints 1994 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2003: 14 complaints 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 4 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2008
1997: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19941
19973
19982
19992
20000
20010
20025
200314
20044
20054
20062
20070
20080

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.

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SPRINGS ARE FLAT. FORD MAKES SPRINGS, BUT WON'T HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH THEM BECAUSE COACH IS TOO HEAVY. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20000518

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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THE AUTOMATIC PARK SYSTEM LOCKS UP, WHEN IT DOES IT SOMETIMES TAKES 5-30 MINUTES TO DISENGAGE. THIS MEANS YOU HAVE TO SIT IN THE VEHICLE UNTIL IT RELEASES. *NM ALSO HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKES LOCKING UP WHEN VEHICLE HAS COME TO A STOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050113

PARKING BRAKE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: parking brake.

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THE AUTOMATIC PARK SYSTEM LOCKS UP, WHEN IT DOES IT SOMETIMES TAKES 5-30 MINUTES TO DISENGAGE. THIS MEANS YOU HAVE TO SIT IN THE VEHICLE UNTIL IT RELEASES. *NM ALSO HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKES LOCKING UP WHEN VEHICLE HAS COME TO A STOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050113

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
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DUE TO INCORRECT WIRING AT MAIN PLUG OF GENERATOR/ALTERNATOR VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. CONSUMER ALSO HAVING PROBLEM WITH OTHER PARTS OF THE MOTORHOME. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990910

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Damon Intruder — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for parking brake issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07V130000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 Damon Intruder 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 1997 Damon Intruder?

The most-reported component is suspension:front:springs:air suspension:springs/bags, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Damon Intruder have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.