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2007 Western Alpine problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 9 complaints on file for the 2007 Western Alpine — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

9

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Alpine years?

Alpine NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted9 complaints1990: 0 complaints1991: 0 complaints1998: 0 complaints1999: 0 complaints2000: 7 complaints2001: 1 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 3 complaints2006: 3 complaints2007: 9 complaints
Alpine NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Western Alpine problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Steering889%
Other111%

Does the 2007 Western Alpine have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

08V005000OtherJanuary 9, 2008 · 85 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH ATWOOD SEALED BURNER RANGES, THE RANGE AND SLIDE-IN BURNER TUBES LEADING FROM THE GAS MANIFOLD TO THE BURNER HEADS HAD A DEPRESSION OR "KINK" IN THE EXTERIOR BEND RESTRICTING PROPER AIRFLOW AND GAS MIXTURE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING.

Remedy

WESTERN RV IS WORKING WITH ATWOOD TO HAVE THE TUBES REPLACED ON THESE RANGES (PLEASE SEE 07E030). THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ATWOOD AT 1-800-348-7418 OR WESTERN RV AT 1-509-457-4133.

07V313000EngineJuly 20, 2007 · 58 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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).

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“WESTERN RV INSTALLED AN INADEQUATE BRACKET THAT HOLDS THE STEERING BOX IN OUR 2007 ALPINE MOTOR COACH. IT IS THE OPINION OF SERVICE TECH'S THAT THIS BRACKET WILL FAIL AFTER A PERIOD OF TIME DUE TO STRESS FRACTURES, POSING A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY HAZARD. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · May 11, 2009

“THE SOLD US A 5TH WHEEL, AND SAID IT WAS A 2008 AND IT WAS MADE IN 06' TO BE A 07' THEY SOLD IT AS A 08' IT IS REALLY A 07', THEY DO NOT HAVE ANY 08' AS OF TODAY NOV. 25TH, 2007 . THEY ARE TRYING TO MAKE US OUT TO SELLING US A 08', THEY LIED AND CHANGED THE VIN # ON OUR 5TH WHEEL, THE SHOP MANAGER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 25, 2007

2007 Western Alpine — common questions

Is the 2007 Western Alpine reliable?

The record is thin — 9 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2007 Western Alpine have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Western Alpine. 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.