Vehicle recall 04V035000 · January 28, 2004
Spartan Alpine, Western Alpine and 1 more model
On certain motorhomes, an incorrect 250-amp ground fuse was used to protect battery ground.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motorhomes, an incorrect 250-amp ground fuse was used to protect battery ground. The correct fuse was rated for 300 amps.
- Consequence
- The incorrect fuse could cause sudden loss of electrical power resulting in the vehicle stalling or inoperable lights increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the 250-amp ground fuse with a 350-amp connector. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact western RV at 509-457-4133.
- Notes
- Customer's can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V035000
- Reported to NHTSA
- January 28, 2004
- Filed by
- WESTERN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, INC.
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 963
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Spartan Alpine (1998-1999): 1999, 1998
- Western Alpine (2002-2003): 2003, 2002
- Western Alpine Coach (2000-2001): 2001, 2000
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