MYRModel Year Report

1998 Western Alpine Coach

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1998 Western Alpine Coach
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:49:02.141Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Western Alpine Coach Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1998: 1 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2004: 8 complaints 2004 2005: 16 complaints 2006: 6 complaints 2006
1998: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19981
19992
20007
20012
20020
20030
20048
200516
20066

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

EQUIPMENT

1 of 1 total report mentions: equipment.

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1998 ALPINE COACH RECREATIONAL VEHICLE HAD A RECALL FOR THE REFRIGERATOR. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE REFRIGERATOR WAS REPLACED BEFORE THE RECALL AND WANTS REIMBURSEMENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20080709

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050628 — electrical system

ON CERTAIN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH VANSCO VMM 2820 MODULES, THE MODULE MAY EXPERIENCE A FAILURE OF ALL OPERATIONAL FUNCTION.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE MODULES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WESTERN RECREATIONAL VEHICLE AT 1-509-853-2940.

Campaign 05V250000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20070614 — equipment

CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES, 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 C

Remedy: WESTERN RV 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

Campaign 07V121000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Western Alpine Coach — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for equipment issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V250000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07V121000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Western Alpine Coach reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Western Alpine Coach?

The most-reported component is equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Western Alpine Coach have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.