2001 Damon Escaper recalls and problems

The 2001 Damon Escaper has 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Damon dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2001 Damon Escaper vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Damon Escaper recalls

Recall 07V-130: Equipment

Reported Mar 20, 2007 · 25,128 vehicles affected · DAMON CORPORATION

Problem: 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 released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Fix: 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 melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or damon at 1-800-860-3812.

Recall 00V-273: Seat Belts

Reported Mar 28, 2001 · 494 vehicles affected · DAMON CORPORATION

Problem: 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.

Risk: Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.

Fix: Am-safe notified damon's customers to return their vehicle to an authorized dealer to have the seat belts repaired free of charge.

2001 Damon Escaper problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Structure	1
Electrical System	1
Equipment	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body › Door — 1
Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Damon Escaper complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Equipment · reported Sep 23, 2003

Vehicle's slide locks have shifted during transit. While traveling, the slide locks (Transit bars) were installed at the front and rear of the slideout. Both were tightened by hand. The consumer used his fingers to remove the rear slide lock. The problem remained the same.

Structure · reported Jul 1, 2002

Everything shutdown while motorhome was crossing major bridge on highway, with cause unknown. Owner drifted over to side of bridge and sat for three hours. Also, owner has had problems with electric door locks unlatching, resulting in door being ajar/opened while in motion. Please describe details.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Damon Escaper have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Damon Escaper: 07V-130 (equipment), 00V-273 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Damon Escaper?

Owners report structure problems most often (1 reports), followed by electrical system (1).

Are Damon recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Damon dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.