1997 Skyline Aljo problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 1997 Skyline Aljo — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 1997 compare to other Aljo years?

Aljo NHTSA complaints by model year, 1997 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1997 Skyline Aljo problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Brakes	1	50%	new
Other	1	50%	new

Does the 1997 Skyline Aljo have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07V074000OtherMarch 5, 2007 · 57,295 units

Defect

CERTAIN 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.

Consequence

RELEASE OF COOLANT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD IGNITE AND RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

SKYLINE 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 SKYLINE AT 1-574-294-6521.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“ADJUSTING NUT AND RETAINING SPRINGS MECHANISM JAMMED INTO REAR BRAKE DRUMS (RIGHT): 2ND INSTANCE REAR BRAKE DRUMS FELL OFF. MGM”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 6, 1997

“I AM CONCERNED THAT A FIRE HAZARD EXISTS ON MY 1997 ALJO 5TH WHEEL TRAILER MADE BY "SKYLINE" IF YOU ARE CONNECTED TO 120V AC POWER, THE CORD HANGS DOWN DIRECTLY AGAINST THE VENT. THE HOT AIR GENERATED BY THE HOT WATER TANK IS BENTED DIRECTLY AGAINST THE 120V AC CORD.”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other

1997 Skyline Aljo — common questions

Is the 1997 Skyline Aljo reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 1997 Skyline Aljo have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1997 Skyline Aljo. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 1997 compare to other Aljo years?

What are the most common 1997 Skyline Aljo problems?

Does the 1997 Skyline Aljo have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

1997 Skyline Aljo — common questions

Is the 1997 Skyline Aljo reliable?

Does the 1997 Skyline Aljo have recalls?

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