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2006 Damon Daybreak problems

The most common problem on the 2006 Damon Daybreak is windows, wipers and visibility. It has fewer complaints than a typical Daybreak model year.

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Owner complaints
1
Recalls
4
Worst area
Visibility

The worst 2006 Damon Daybreak problems

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Recalls 4

Steering: gear box: shaft pitmanReported October 22, 2008 · 43 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 arm may have been improperly torqued during assembly. The improper torque may have damaged the castle nut and compromised the integrity of the connection.
Risk
If the drag link were to separate from the pitman arm, the driver would not have directional control of the vehicle possibly causing a crash.
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 1‑877‑946‑7731 or damon at 1‑800‑860‑3812.

Recall number 08V562000 · Recall details

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerReported October 9, 2008 · 4,677 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator 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.
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 melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner 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

Recall number 08V534000 · Recall details

Engine and engine coolingReported November 28, 2006 · 1,517 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 damper. If the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.
Risk
In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
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. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, workhorse at 877‑294‑6773, or damon at 1‑574‑264‑5517.

Recall number 06V451000 · Recall details

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerReported September 12, 2006 · 1,592 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
This may cause melting of the hydraulic line resulting in leakage of hydraulic fluid, which could cause a fire.
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.

Recall number 06V347000 · Recall details

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What 2006 Damon Daybreak owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 23, 2010 · Visibility · 18,400 miles · FL

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. The dealer was contacted again and discovered that the front windshield was loose and that was the reason for the noise. A windshield mechanic stated that the window had moved three quarters of an inch and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was currently being repaired by the dealer. Damon was not notified. The failure and current mileages were approximately 18,400.

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Is the 2006 Damon Daybreak reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2006 Damon Daybreak, fewer than a typical Daybreak model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Damon Daybreak?

Windows, wipers and visibility, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2006 Damon Daybreak have?

4 recalls, covering steering, equipment and engine and engine cooling.

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