Safety Recall NHTSA · 98V213000 Reported September 4, 1998

Damon/lp tank hardware

Damon Corporation · Fuel System, Other · 101 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
98V213000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Fuel System, Other
Vehicles Affected
101
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 4, 1998

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: class a and c motor homes. the hardware used to secure the liquid propane (lp) tank was not tightened properly.

Safety Consequence

If the lp tank is not secured, the tank could fall to the ground while the motor home is being driven.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the motor homes to verify that the proper hardware is being used and that all nuts are tightened properly.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Damon Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 98V213000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 98V213000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 98V213000?

NHTSA recall 98V213000 was issued by Damon Corporation on September 4, 1998. It addresses: Damon/lp tank hardware. The recall affects approximately 101 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Other component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Damon Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V213000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.