Transport Canada runs its own recall programme. Its campaigns do not always
mirror the American ones, so a Canadian owner reading a US-only list is
reading about a different car than the one on their driveway.
2008 Damon Challenger
Recall 2015529
6 Nov 2015
1,468 units in Canada
Structure
On certain motorhomes equipped with Lippert Components Inc. electric entry steps, an internal bolt on the steps that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps could fracture. This results in the fan gear disengaging from the steps, which could cause the steps to stop in an unexpected position and appear to be loose or unstable. If the steps become unstable, it could cause a person to fall, resulting in injury. Correction: Dealers will install a step retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, and all bolts of the mechanism will also be replaced.
2011 Damon Challenger
Recall 2015529
6 Nov 2015
1,468 units in Canada
Structure
On certain motorhomes equipped with Lippert Components Inc. electric entry steps, an internal bolt on the steps that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps could fracture. This results in the fan gear disengaging from the steps, which could cause the steps to stop in an unexpected position and appear to be loose or unstable. If the steps become unstable, it could cause a person to fall, resulting in injury. Correction: Dealers will install a step retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, and all bolts of the mechanism will also be replaced.
2011 Damon Challenger
Recall 2012058
16 Feb 2012
144 units in Canada
Other
On certain motorhomes, the cable for the transmission range indicator "PRND321" on the instrument cluster may be damaged by a sharp edge on the shift lever arm. If the indicator cable is cut, the indicator will remain in the "1" position (first gear) regardless of what gear is actually selected. With no gear indication, the operator may inadvertently select an incorrect gear, increasing the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Ford dealers will replace the transmission selector arm and indicator assembly.
2008 Damon Challenger
Recall 2011035
25 Jan 2011
51 units in Canada
Fuel System
On certain vehicles equipped with an optional dual-fill 75 or 100 gallon fuel tank, the fuel cap assembly used to seal the unused side of the dual-fill fuel tank may have been manufactured with a hose material that does not meet design specifications. During normal usage the hose may deteriorate and cause a fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the original fuel fill cap assembly with an updated version.
2007 Damon Challenger
Recall 2011035
25 Jan 2011
51 units in Canada
Fuel System
On certain vehicles equipped with an optional dual-fill 75 or 100 gallon fuel tank, the fuel cap assembly used to seal the unused side of the dual-fill fuel tank may have been manufactured with a hose material that does not meet design specifications. During normal usage the hose may deteriorate and cause a fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the original fuel fill cap assembly with an updated version.
2008 Damon Challenger
Recall 2010300
8 Sep 2010
15 units in Canada
Suspension
Certain motorhomes may not have the proper clearance between the rear suspension leaf spring and the vehicle liquid propane (LP) fuel tank. As the suspension travels it is possible for the leaf spring shackle bolt to come in contact with the LP tank. This potentially could puncture the tank and result in a fire or explosion. In the event of a fire or explosion, there is a potential for property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will inspect to see if the proper clearance between the shackle bolt and the LP tank exists. If it is found there is not enough clearance, the tank will be relocated outboard in the motorhome to provide the proper clearance.
2007 Damon Challenger
Recall 2010300
8 Sep 2010
15 units in Canada
Suspension
Certain motorhomes may not have the proper clearance between the rear suspension leaf spring and the vehicle liquid propane (LP) fuel tank. As the suspension travels it is possible for the leaf spring shackle bolt to come in contact with the LP tank. This potentially could puncture the tank and result in a fire or explosion. In the event of a fire or explosion, there is a potential for property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will inspect to see if the proper clearance between the shackle bolt and the LP tank exists. If it is found there is not enough clearance, the tank will be relocated outboard in the motorhome to provide the proper clearance.
2011 Damon Challenger
Recall 2010300
8 Sep 2010
15 units in Canada
Suspension
Certain motorhomes may not have the proper clearance between the rear suspension leaf spring and the vehicle liquid propane (LP) fuel tank. As the suspension travels it is possible for the leaf spring shackle bolt to come in contact with the LP tank. This potentially could puncture the tank and result in a fire or explosion. In the event of a fire or explosion, there is a potential for property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will inspect to see if the proper clearance between the shackle bolt and the LP tank exists. If it is found there is not enough clearance, the tank will be relocated outboard in the motorhome to provide the proper clearance.
2003 Damon Challenger
Recall 2009126
27 Apr 2009
163 units in Canada
Brakes
On certain motorhomes, the brake calipers may stick in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end which, if undetected, could eventually lead to soft brake pedal condition due to brake fluid boil. Extended stopping distances may result in a vehicle crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will affect repairs.
2006 Damon Challenger
Recall 2009126
27 Apr 2009
163 units in Canada
Brakes
On certain motorhomes, the brake calipers may stick in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end which, if undetected, could eventually lead to soft brake pedal condition due to brake fluid boil. Extended stopping distances may result in a vehicle crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will affect repairs.
2008 Damon Challenger
Recall 2009126
27 Apr 2009
163 units in Canada
Brakes
On certain motorhomes, the brake calipers may stick in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end which, if undetected, could eventually lead to soft brake pedal condition due to brake fluid boil. Extended stopping distances may result in a vehicle crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will affect repairs.
2002 Damon Challenger
Recall 2009126
27 Apr 2009
163 units in Canada
Brakes
On certain motorhomes, the brake calipers may stick in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end which, if undetected, could eventually lead to soft brake pedal condition due to brake fluid boil. Extended stopping distances may result in a vehicle crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will affect repairs.
2005 Damon Challenger
Recall 2009126
27 Apr 2009
163 units in Canada
Brakes
On certain motorhomes, the brake calipers may stick in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end which, if undetected, could eventually lead to soft brake pedal condition due to brake fluid boil. Extended stopping distances may result in a vehicle crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will affect repairs.
2007 Damon Challenger
Recall 2009126
27 Apr 2009
163 units in Canada
Brakes
On certain motorhomes, the brake calipers may stick in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end which, if undetected, could eventually lead to soft brake pedal condition due to brake fluid boil. Extended stopping distances may result in a vehicle crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will affect repairs.
2004 Damon Challenger
Recall 2009126
27 Apr 2009
163 units in Canada
Brakes
On certain motorhomes, the brake calipers may stick in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end which, if undetected, could eventually lead to soft brake pedal condition due to brake fluid boil. Extended stopping distances may result in a vehicle crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will affect repairs.
2006 Damon Challenger
Recall 2008344
23 Sep 2008
242 units in Canada
Accessories
On certain motorhomes equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a vehicle fire. Correction: Dealers will install a secondary burner housing.
2005 Damon Challenger
Recall 2008344
23 Sep 2008
242 units in Canada
Accessories
On certain motorhomes equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a vehicle fire. Correction: Dealers will install a secondary burner housing.
2004 Damon Challenger
Recall 2008344
23 Sep 2008
242 units in Canada
Accessories
On certain motorhomes equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a vehicle fire. Correction: Dealers will install a secondary burner housing.
2008 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007408
14 Dec 2007
45 units in Canada
Lights And Instruments
Certain motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 108 - Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associate Equipment. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) feature was omitted during vehicle assembly. Lack of DRL function may render the vehicle less visible to other motorists and pedestrians, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash causing personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will install the required hardware to make the DRLs function as required.
2007 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007408
14 Dec 2007
45 units in Canada
Lights And Instruments
Certain motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 108 - Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associate Equipment. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) feature was omitted during vehicle assembly. Lack of DRL function may render the vehicle less visible to other motorists and pedestrians, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash causing personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will install the required hardware to make the DRLs function as required.
1999 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007078
14 Mar 2007
2,071 units in Canada
Other
On certain fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the refrigerator's boiler tube assembly.
2003 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007078
14 Mar 2007
2,071 units in Canada
Other
On certain fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the refrigerator's boiler tube assembly.
2000 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007078
14 Mar 2007
2,071 units in Canada
Other
On certain fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the refrigerator's boiler tube assembly.
1997 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007078
14 Mar 2007
2,071 units in Canada
Other
On certain fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the refrigerator's boiler tube assembly.
2002 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007078
14 Mar 2007
2,071 units in Canada
Other
On certain fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the refrigerator's boiler tube assembly.
2004 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007078
14 Mar 2007
2,071 units in Canada
Other
On certain fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the refrigerator's boiler tube assembly.
2001 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007078
14 Mar 2007
2,071 units in Canada
Other
On certain fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the refrigerator's boiler tube assembly.
1998 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007078
14 Mar 2007
2,071 units in Canada
Other
On certain fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the refrigerator's boiler tube assembly.
2006 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007017
24 Jan 2007
207 units in Canada
Visual System
Certain motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 108 - Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment. The rear reflex reflector (red) and the intermediate reflex reflector (amber) were omitted during vehicle assembly. Inadequate reflex reflection would reduce the vehicle's visibility during night driving conditions, which could cause a crash. Correction: Reflectors with permanent adhesive backing will be mailed to owners along with installation instructions. In the event the owner does not feel comfortable installing the reflectors, they will be instructed to take their vehicle to the nearest Damon dealer to have the repair done free of charge.
2007 Damon Challenger
Recall 2007017
24 Jan 2007
207 units in Canada
Visual System
Certain motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 108 - Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment. The rear reflex reflector (red) and the intermediate reflex reflector (amber) were omitted during vehicle assembly. Inadequate reflex reflection would reduce the vehicle's visibility during night driving conditions, which could cause a crash. Correction: Reflectors with permanent adhesive backing will be mailed to owners along with installation instructions. In the event the owner does not feel comfortable installing the reflectors, they will be instructed to take their vehicle to the nearest Damon dealer to have the repair done free of charge.
2006 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006343
6 Dec 2006
11 units in Canada
Steering
On certain vehicles equipped with Workhorse Custom Chassis, an incorrect steering intermediate shaft may have been installed. The incorrect part has a finer pitch spline. Use of the incorrect part may cause the spline not to match correctly with the steering gear input shaft. This could cause the spline to strip if the steering wheel is turned with a significant amount of force. This failure is likely only to occur when the vehicle is stopped or during tight turning manoeuvres at very low speeds. This condition may result in a loss of steering control. Correction: Dealers will replace the shaft.
2006 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006342
6 Dec 2006
106 units in Canada
Fuel System
On certain motorhomes equipped with Workhorse Custom Chassis, the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result in the underhood area which may result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip.
2005 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006343
6 Dec 2006
11 units in Canada
Steering
On certain vehicles equipped with Workhorse Custom Chassis, an incorrect steering intermediate shaft may have been installed. The incorrect part has a finer pitch spline. Use of the incorrect part may cause the spline not to match correctly with the steering gear input shaft. This could cause the spline to strip if the steering wheel is turned with a significant amount of force. This failure is likely only to occur when the vehicle is stopped or during tight turning manoeuvres at very low speeds. This condition may result in a loss of steering control. Correction: Dealers will replace the shaft.
2005 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006342
6 Dec 2006
106 units in Canada
Fuel System
On certain motorhomes equipped with Workhorse Custom Chassis, the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result in the underhood area which may result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip.
2007 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006343
6 Dec 2006
11 units in Canada
Steering
On certain vehicles equipped with Workhorse Custom Chassis, an incorrect steering intermediate shaft may have been installed. The incorrect part has a finer pitch spline. Use of the incorrect part may cause the spline not to match correctly with the steering gear input shaft. This could cause the spline to strip if the steering wheel is turned with a significant amount of force. This failure is likely only to occur when the vehicle is stopped or during tight turning manoeuvres at very low speeds. This condition may result in a loss of steering control. Correction: Dealers will replace the shaft.
2007 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006342
6 Dec 2006
106 units in Canada
Fuel System
On certain motorhomes equipped with Workhorse Custom Chassis, the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result in the underhood area which may result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip.
2004 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006342
6 Dec 2006
106 units in Canada
Fuel System
On certain motorhomes equipped with Workhorse Custom Chassis, the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result in the underhood area which may result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip.
2006 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006263
13 Oct 2006
110 units in Canada
Other
On certain motorhomes, hydraulic lines for the levelling jack system may be improperly secured or routed too close to a drivetrain heat source. This may cause melting of the line resulting in leakage of hydraulic fluid, which could cause a fire. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if required, secure hydraulic lines.
2007 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006263
13 Oct 2006
110 units in Canada
Other
On certain motorhomes, hydraulic lines for the levelling jack system may be improperly secured or routed too close to a drivetrain heat source. This may cause melting of the line resulting in leakage of hydraulic fluid, which could cause a fire. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if required, secure hydraulic lines.
2003 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006106
5 May 2006
90 units in Canada
Lights And Instruments
Certain motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 101 and 105. Incorrect software programmed into the instrument panel cluster may not allow activation of certain driver warning indicators. As a result, the instrument cluster may fail to illuminate the warning lamps indicating brake system failure. Correction: Workhorse Custom Chassis dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster.
2005 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006106
5 May 2006
90 units in Canada
Lights And Instruments
Certain motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 101 and 105. Incorrect software programmed into the instrument panel cluster may not allow activation of certain driver warning indicators. As a result, the instrument cluster may fail to illuminate the warning lamps indicating brake system failure. Correction: Workhorse Custom Chassis dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster.
2004 Damon Challenger
Recall 2006106
5 May 2006
90 units in Canada
Lights And Instruments
Certain motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 101 and 105. Incorrect software programmed into the instrument panel cluster may not allow activation of certain driver warning indicators. As a result, the instrument cluster may fail to illuminate the warning lamps indicating brake system failure. Correction: Workhorse Custom Chassis dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster.
2003 Damon Challenger
Recall 2003093
7 Apr 2003
127 units in Canada
Lights And Instruments
On certain vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or when the brake fluid is low. Correction: The brake warning indicator bulb from the right side indicator position must be transferred to the left side indicator position of the instrument cluster and the wire harness must be modified.
2000 Damon Challenger
Recall 2003093
7 Apr 2003
127 units in Canada
Lights And Instruments
On certain vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or when the brake fluid is low. Correction: The brake warning indicator bulb from the right side indicator position must be transferred to the left side indicator position of the instrument cluster and the wire harness must be modified.
2002 Damon Challenger
Recall 2003093
7 Apr 2003
127 units in Canada
Lights And Instruments
On certain vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or when the brake fluid is low. Correction: The brake warning indicator bulb from the right side indicator position must be transferred to the left side indicator position of the instrument cluster and the wire harness must be modified.
2001 Damon Challenger
Recall 2003093
7 Apr 2003
127 units in Canada
Lights And Instruments
On certain vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or when the brake fluid is low. Correction: The brake warning indicator bulb from the right side indicator position must be transferred to the left side indicator position of the instrument cluster and the wire harness must be modified.
1994 Damon Challenger
Recall 1993136
1 Oct 1993
60 units in Canada
Other
NOTE: CLASS A MOTORHOMES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH C.M.V.S.S. 101 - CONTROL LOCATION AND IDENTIFICATION. WINDSHIELD WASHER/WIPER SWITCH NOT PROPERLY IDENTIFIED. (INVOLVES ONLY FORD CHASSIS - 3 UNITS ) C.M.V.S.S. 108 - LIGHTING. NO DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS. C.M.V.S.S. 207 - ANCHORAGE OF SEATS. SOFA SEAT LATCHING MECHANISM NOT INSTALLED AND DINETTE SEATS NOT PROPERLY LABELLED. CORRECTION: WASHER/WIPER SWITCH WILL BE LABELLED WITH AN INTERNATIONAL SYMBOL. DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS WILL BE INSTALLED. DINETTE SEAT WILL BE LABELLED WITH A BILINGUAL LABEL STATING: "THIS SEAT NOT FOR OCCUPANCY WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION." LATCHING MECHANISM WILL BE ADDED TO SOFA SEAT.
1991 Damon Challenger
Recall 1992074
24 Jun 1992
124 units in Canada
Seats And Restraints
NOTE: CLASS A AND CLASS C MOTORHOMES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH C.M.V.S.S 108 - LIGHTING, 207 - ANCHORAGE OF SEATS, 208 - SEAT BELT INSTALLATIONS AND 210 - SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES. CORRECTION: VEHICLES WILL BE MODIFIED TO BRING THEM INTO COMPLIANCE.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database.