2000 Western Alpine Coach recalls and problems

The 2000 Western Alpine Coach has 5 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Western dealer.

Recalls
5
Complaints
7
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Western Alpine Coach vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Western Alpine Coach recalls

Recall 07V-121: Equipment

Reported Mar 21, 2007 · 6,188 vehicles affected · WESTERN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, INC.

Problem: Certain motor homes, truck campers, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Fix: Western rv will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or western rv at 1-866-567-4133.

Recall 04V-035: Electrical System

Reported Jan 28, 2004 · 963 vehicles affected · WESTERN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, INC.

Problem: On certain motorhomes, an incorrect 250-amp ground fuse was used to protect battery ground. The correct fuse was rated for 300 amps.

Risk: The incorrect fuse could cause sudden loss of electrical power resulting in the vehicle stalling or inoperable lights increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the 250-amp ground fuse with a 350-amp connector. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact western rv at 509-457-4133.

Recall 02V-243: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Sep 9, 2002 · 254 vehicles affected · WESTERN RV, INC.

Problem: On certain motor homes (36', 38' and 40") built with bosch two-piston pin-slide brake assemblies, the brake calipers can hang-up on any or all wheels.

Risk: Damage to the brake components can occur resulting in the potential loss of braking capability.

Fix: Dealers will replace the zops disc brake clipers. The recall began on november 16, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact western rv at 1-509-457-4133.

Recall 00V-279: Service Brakes, Air

Reported Nov 21, 2000 · 268 vehicles affected · WESTERN RV, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: shuttle buses, recreational vehicles, utility vans, and heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor wabco phase 1, d-version antilock brake system (Abs), fail to comply to the requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." an internal diagnostic system in the ABS may not detect an extreme wheel speed sensor air gap. Such a condition could possibly occur during (1) original assembly or (2) subsequent wheel end service.

Risk: This could disable the anti-lock function on the affected wheel without providing the required operator warning that the ABS function requires servicing.

Fix: Meritor is conducting the owner notification and remedy scheduling for this campaign. The ABS ECU will be removed and replaced or the ECU will be reprogrammed on the affected vehicles. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact meritor wabco at 1-800-535-5560.

Recall 00V-273: Seat Belts

Reported Oct 24, 2000 · 121 vehicles affected · WESTERN RV, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.

Risk: Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.

Fix: Am-safe in notifying customers that they will inspect and replace the defective buckle assemblies free of charge.

2000 Western Alpine Coach problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic7
Equipment3
Vehicle Speed Control1

Most reported parts

  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper — 4
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 2
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components — 1
  • Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 1
  • Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 32,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Western Alpine Coach complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 28,200 miles · reported Dec 31, 2007
The contact owns a 2000 western alpine coach. The contact found NHTSA campaign id number 02v243000 (Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper) and immediately scheduled an appointment to have the vehicle repaired. The dealer stated that they would only cover the calipers and the pins. There was significant damage to the zops disc brake calipers, in which the dealer refused to repair, even though it was referenced in the recall as a free remedy. The contact filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer. The VIN, engine size, number of cylinders, and powertrain were unknown.…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported Apr 27, 2006
2000 alpine ABS sensor failed 3 times. ***** the manufacturer acknowledge there was a problem with the calipers and paid for the replacements, however they refused to cover any of the rear ABS sensors. They also paid for one set of front ABS sensors. The consumer felt the repeated failures of the ABS sensor were directly caused by the problems with calipers. The consumer requested reimbursement for the previous brake work he had to pay for. The air condition was not cooling properly. The cruise control would shut down when the consumer hit a bump in the road. The wood products in the motorhome…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 32,000 miles · reported Apr 28, 2005
The driver noticed that the vehicle started performing erratically while decelerating down a hill. When the brakes were applied the pedal went to the floor. The consumer was able to slow down and pulled over to the shoulder. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer on receipt of recall notification. There were no brakes and the consumer would have to down shift to 1st gear and use the exhaust brakes to coast to stop, the ABS light flashed, fluid was visible on both sides of coach behind the front wheels, the brakes were extremely hot, the ABS sensors melted and were hanging and the oil…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 42,345 miles · reported Mar 29, 2003
I experienced the lockup and overheating of the front brakes on my 2000 alpine motor coach equipped with two-piston disk brakes.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported May 17, 2001
While applying brakes at 30 MPH brake pedal would go to floor and vehicle would not stop properly. Dealer was not notified at this time. Please provide us with more details on this matter .

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Western Alpine Coach have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2000 Western Alpine Coach: 07V-121 (equipment), 04V-035 (electrical system), 02V-243 (service brakes, hydraulic), 00V-279 (service brakes, air), 00V-273 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Western Alpine Coach?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (7 reports), followed by equipment (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 32,000 miles.

Are Western recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Western dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.