Recall 10V523 covers 213 2011 Damon Daybreak, Freedom Elite, and Hurricane RVs for range-oven propane leaks. Free repair at a franchised Damon dealer.
Damon is recalling 213 2011 Daybreak, Freedom Elite, and Hurricane recreational vehicles equipped with Atwood 35 Series range ovens because the gas line to the oven cavity burner can fracture and leak propane. A propane leak near an ignition source can start a fire or explosion, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The Atwood 35 Series range oven in these 2011 Damon Daybreak, Freedom Elite, and Hurricane recreational vehicles uses a propane line to feed the oven cavity burner. That line is supposed to carry gas from the range controls to the burner so the oven flame stays contained where it belongs.
On affected vehicles, a small fracture can form inside the line that delivers gas to the oven cavity burner. When that line is cracked, propane escapes from the line instead of going only to the burner. The defect is in the gas delivery path for the oven, so the concern starts at the range equipment, not the engine or driveline.
There is no warning sign before failure. Treat any concern with the range or propane system as a reason to stop using the oven until the recall repair is completed.
Who's affected?
Spans the Daybreak, Freedom Elite, and Hurricane motorhome lines, all listed under the Equipment component.
| 2011 Damon Daybreak | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2011 Four Winds International Freedom Elite | Equipment |
| 2011 Four Winds International Hurricane | Equipment |
| Units affected | 213 |
Year and model alone do not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A propane leak near an ignition source can start a fire or explosion, causing property damage or personal injury. If your VIN is included, avoid using the stove until the recall repair is complete and contact the dealer for service. Repair will be free at any franchised Damon dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Damon Daybreak, Freedom Elite, or Hurricane is included in this recall.
- Use the owner letter mailed on November 8, 2010, as the notice for this recall, or reference recall number 10V523 when you call.
- Contact a franchised Damon dealer to ask about the free Atwood 35 Series range oven repair for the propane gas leak risk.
- Call Atwood at 1-574-266-4749 with stove questions before using the oven again.
- Avoid using the range oven until the gas-line fracture has been inspected and repaired.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Damon technician coordinates with Atwood to inspect the Atwood 35 Series range oven and repair or replace the affected stove parts that route propane gas to the oven cavity burner. The final dealer repair will be free once available, and parts and labor are covered under recall 10V523. Call the service department before bringing the motorhome in so the dealer can confirm the stove parts and appointment process.
Timeline
| October 26, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 8, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V523?
Recall 10V523 covers 213 2011 Damon Daybreak, Freedom Elite, and Hurricane recreational vehicles equipped with Atwood 35 Series range ovens. A fracture in the gas line to the oven cavity burner can let propane leak. Damon will repair or replace the stove for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Damon Daybreak, Freedom Elite, or Hurricane is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific RV is included in recall 10V523. If it is, contact a franchised Damon dealer or authorized service department and ask for the Atwood 35 Series range oven recall repair. Reference recall number 10V523 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair to be completed at no cost to the owner. For recall 10V523, Damon will repair or replace the affected Atwood range oven free of charge, including parts and labor tied to the recall remedy.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a propane leak from the oven gas line. If leaking propane reaches an ignition source, the result can be a fire or explosion, with risk of property damage or personal injury. Stop using the oven until the recall repair is complete.
What if I bought this RV used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2011 Damon Daybreak, Freedom Elite, or Hurricane is included, then give recall number 10V523 to the dealer service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V523000 |
|---|---|
| Damon customer service | 1-574-266-4749 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V523 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V523000 |
Source documents
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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 →