Recall 10V407 affects 271 2005-2011 Damon Intruder and Challenger motor homes for an LP tank clearance defect. Repair is free at any franchised Damon dealer.
Damon is recalling 271 2005-2011 Intruder and Challenger motor homes because the rear suspension leaf spring shackle bolt can contact the liquid propane tank when the suspension travels. A punctured tank can lead to fire or explosion, and the Damon dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
On 2005-2011 Damon Intruder and Challenger motor homes, the liquid propane fuel tank stores propane for onboard systems such as cooking, heating, and other RV equipment. That tank is mounted near the rear suspension, where the leaf spring helps carry weight and absorb road movement.
In recall 10V407, the problem is clearance. The rear suspension leaf spring shackle bolt sits too close to the propane tank. As the suspension moves over bumps and normal road changes, the bolt can contact the tank. Repeated contact can puncture the tank, allowing propane to escape and creating a fire or explosion risk.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not expect a dashboard light, sound, or handling change to appear before the tank is damaged.
Who's affected?
Includes Intruder motorhomes from 2005-2007 and Challenger motorhomes from 2007-2011, all tied to the same LPG tank assembly.
| 2006 Damon Intruder | Tank assembly |
|---|---|
| 2005 Damon Intruder | Tank assembly |
| 2010 Damon Challenger | Tank assembly |
| 2009 Damon Challenger | Tank assembly |
| 2011 Damon Challenger | Tank assembly |
| 2007 Damon Challenger | Tank assembly |
| 2007 Damon Intruder | Tank assembly |
| 2008 Damon Challenger | Tank assembly |
| Units affected | 271 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fire or explosion can cause property damage, personal injury, or death. The risk comes from insufficient clearance between the shackle bolt and the fuel tank, so treat the inspection as a priority and schedule it soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Damon dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2011 Damon Intruder or Challenger motor home is included in this recall.
- Contact Damon warranty service to confirm repair scheduling for recall number 10V407.
- Schedule the free LPG tank clearance inspection and tank relocation if the rear suspension shackle bolt lacks clearance.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and ask the Damon service contact to confirm the propane tank is clear of the rear suspension before the motor home is returned.
- Avoid using the motor home until the LPG tank clearance repair is complete because contact between the shackle bolt and tank can lead to fire or explosion.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Damon technician inspects the clearance between the rear suspension leaf spring shackle bolt and the liquid propane fuel tank. If the shackle bolt does not have proper clearance from the tank, the technician relocates the tank to create the needed space. Damon began the safety recall on October 6, 2010, and the inspection and tank relocation are free of charge under the recall.
Timeline
| September 9, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 6, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V407?
Recall 10V407 covers 271 2005-2011 Damon Intruder and Challenger motor homes with inadequate clearance between the rear suspension leaf spring and the liquid propane tank. As the suspension travels, the shackle bolt can contact the tank, puncture it, and create fire or explosion risk.
What should I do if my 2005-2011 Damon Intruder or Challenger is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor home is included in recall 10V407. If it is, contact Damon warranty service or a franchised Damon service location to schedule the inspection. Reference recall number 10V407 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Damon said the inspection and tank relocation, when needed, are free. The dealer checks clearance between the shackle bolt and the propane tank, then relocates the tank if clearance is not enough.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a punctured liquid propane tank. If the rear suspension shackle bolt contacts the tank during suspension travel, propane release can lead to a fire or explosion. Damon tied that consequence to property damage, personal injury, or death in recall 10V407.
When did the Damon recall repair start?
Damon began the safety recall on October 6, 2010. If your 2005-2011 Damon Intruder or Challenger never received the repair, the recall remains tied to the VIN, even after resale. Call Damon warranty service at 877-855-2867 with recall number 10V407.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V407000 |
|---|---|
| Damon customer service | 877-855-2867 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V407 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V407000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →