2006 Western Alpine Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Alpine years
- Not enough data 4th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Western Alpine. That ranks 4th out of 9 Alpine model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 10,875 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Western Alpine problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 50% | 10,875 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | 10,875 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 50% | 18,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2006 Western Alpine recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Problem: On certain motor homes built with cummins isl cm850 diesel engines, the connecting rod contains a machining defect in the wrist pin bushing of the rod that could cause a seizure of the piston pin.
Risk: If allowed to progress, this can lead to engine failure with the possibility of the rod rupturing the lock cavity, oil and debris on the roadway and vehicle crash.
Fix: Western rv is working with cummins to recalibrate the engine control module and enhance the engine protection system enabling it to provide early detection of the failure mode and avoid more serious engine damage and resultant safety hazard. Cummins will also install a new valve cover with a crankcase pressure sensor free of charge (please see 07e033).
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 western alpine. The contact stated that the driver's and passenger side front windows hinder his vision. The failure was noticed while driving 60 mph. There is moisture between the windows, which makes it difficult to see in or out of the vehicle. The current mileage was…
I purchased a 2006 alpine avalanche in september of 2007. I have had nothing but problems. The biggest problem is that the alpine coach's use an electronic multiplexing module that runs everything on the coach side. It also affects the engine operation, cruise control, brakes etc. On may 4 we were…
Other Western Alpine years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 Alpine | 9 | 2 |
| 2006 | 2 | 1 |
| 2004 Alpine | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 Alpine | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 Alpine | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 Alpine | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 Alpine | 5 | 0 |
| 1999 Alpine | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 Alpine | 0 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Western Alpine?
Owners most often report electrical system, power train, visibility problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Western Alpine?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 Western Alpine a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Alpine model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.