Defect
THE WHEELS ARE INCOMPATIBLE WITH THE HUB/DRUM ASSEMBLY.
Consequence
THE LUGS CAN LOOSEN RESULTING IN A LOSS OF THE WHEEL INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WHEELS ON THESE VEHICLES.
1995 Western Alpenlite problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Limited data — recalls on file
NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 1995 Western Alpenlite — 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.
1
NHTSA complaints
1
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1995 compare to other Alpenlite years?
What are the most common 1995 Western Alpenlite problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 100% | new |
Does the 1995 Western Alpenlite have recalls?
1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“GOODYEAR WRANGLER HT LEFT FRONT TIRE P235/85R16 EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION, CAUSING DAMAGE TO VEHICLE. *SLC ”
1995 Western Alpenlite — common questions
Is the 1995 Western Alpenlite reliable?
The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.
Does the 1995 Western Alpenlite have recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1995 Western Alpenlite. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.