2006 Western Alpenlite
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2006 Western Alpenlite. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 2006 Western Alpenlite. Newest first.
On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with dexter axles, the disc brake caliper mounting bolts may strip. insufficient clamp load between caliper and yoke can cause the caliper to disassemble and adversely affect the trailers braking system.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Loss of braking can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dexter has modified the remedy for these vehicles (please see 06e029). a new larger caliper mounting nut will be installed. for more information you may contact dexter axle at 1-800-400-2164 or western rv at 1-866-567-4133.
On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with tredit wheels, the rims may have poor weld quality and insufficient press fit between the wheel rim and disc.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The center of the wheel could separate from the rim. the wheel may wobble and cause a vibration or the mounted tire could lose air causing the tire to go flat, resulting in a loss of control of the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Western rv IS working with tredit tire to notify owners and have the wheels replaced. the recall began on november 11, 2005. owners may contact western rv at 1-866-567-4133.
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