Recalls for 2006 Western Alpenlite

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Posted on: 2006-07-26
Description
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.

Consequence
Loss of braking can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Western rv recall no.  Csar 1060.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - WHEELS:RIM

Posted on: 2005-09-29
Description
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.  

Consequence
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.  

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Western rv recall no.  Csar 1058.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.