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2006 Western Apex problems, complaints & recalls

Most-reported problem areas: Steering (6) · Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:radiator Assembly (1)

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Complaints
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Recalls
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Service bulletins
0
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Deaths

Safety recalls (0)

No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).

What owners report

2010-01-12 · Steering · 40,850 mi

“i have just learned of the bad design of the steering box bracket on my 2006 alpine apex motor home. i did the testing recommended by others and find that the bracket flexes a large amount when turning the wheel from left to right and back. the coach was built by western rv of union gap, wa and was bought out by monomoy inc of new york. i have not…”

2009-06-08 · Steering · 14,510 mi

“the steering box on my 2006 alpine apex coach flexes when the steering mechanism is moved. as per my frame and axle shop, this is not normal and is a pending safety hazard. there have been many other complaints filed with you concerning this problem. just trying to fix a problem before there is a real serious one. *tr…”

2009-06-01 · Steering · 50,125 mi

“when using the steering the steel bracketing connecting power steering gear to the vehicle's frame bends a lot. happens whenever vehicle is operated. no correction has been made at this time. *tr…”

2009-05-15 · Steering · 30,000 mi

“the steering bracket on my alpine motorhome is flexing 1/2 to 3/4 inch. i am concerned the metal will fatigue and crack. *tr…”

2009-05-12 · Steering

“the entire steering box moves when steering wheel is turned. *tr…”

2009-05-12 · Steering

“failure: steel bracket connecting power steering gear to the vehicle's frame bends excessively whenever operating the steering occurrence: whenever vehicle is operated. *tr…”

2007-11-14 · Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:radiator Assembly · 17,000 mi

“aluminum radiator failed causing loss of coolant. sight gauge indicated full. this radiator is used in other manufacturer's coaches and all have experienced failures. radiator was made by jb radiator in sacramento, ca. this failure can cause engine overheat and failure. *tr…”

Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.