Vehicle recall 05V250000 · June 2, 2005
Western Alpine Coach and Avalanche
On certain recreational vehicles equipped with vansco vmm 2820 modules, the module may experience a failure of all operational function.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain recreational vehicles equipped with vansco vmm 2820 modules, the module may experience a failure of all operational function.
- Consequence
- A failure of the module will result in the loss of engine operation. Should this occur while the coach is being driven, the coach would have to be coasted to a stop without power assist for the steering. The sudden loss of power assist could result in the loss of control which could cause a crash.
- 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.
- Notes
- Western recall no. Csar-1056.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 05V250000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 2, 2005
- Filed by
- WESTERN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, INC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSAR 1056
- Owner notification
- June 28, 2005
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 89
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Western Alpine Coach (1998, 2005): 2005, 1998
- Western Avalanche (2005-2006): 2006, 2005
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