The worst 2006 Western Alpenlite problems
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Recalls 2
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- 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
- 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.
Recall number 06V272000 · Recall details
Wheels: rim
- What is wrong
- 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
- 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.
Recall number 05V435000 · Recall details
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Is the 2006 Western Alpenlite reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2006 Western Alpenlite.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Western Alpenlite?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2006 Western Alpenlite have?
2 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and wheels.
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