Defect Investigation Detail

WESTERN / ALPINE / 2001

Components - Details
NHTSA Action Number: PE03056 Vehicale/Equipment Name: WESTERN
Vehicale/Equipment Model: ALPINE Vehicale/Equipment Year: 2001
Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Manufacturer's Name: WESTERN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, INC.
Date Opened: Dec, 08 2003 Date Closed: Feb, 06 2004
Subject: UNDER-RATED ELECTRICAL FUSE Summary: In late november 2003, western rv mailed owners a letter advising themof an electrical problem that could cause the motor home to lose all electrical power, causing the engine to shut down, possibly resulting in a stalled vehicle without lights. the letter advised the owners to replace the ground fuse with a higher amp verion that was provided in the owner letter.these vehicles areclass " a"40 foot motorhomes. as a result of the agency's investigation into this matter and discussions with western rv, they haveagreed to conduct a safety recall.therefore, this investigation is closed.a copy of the safety recall is attached. further use of the agency's resources are unwarranted.