- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- 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.
- The fix
- 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).
Engine & cooling
2006 Western Apex Engine problems
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2006 Western Apex's engine & cooling with NHTSA - 14% of all its complaints, most recently on November 14, 2007. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Engine recalls for the 2006 Western Apex
Engine complaints
Aluminum radiator failed causing loss of coolant. Sight gauge indicated full. This radiator is used in other manufacturer's coaches and all have experienced failures. Radiator was made by jb radiator in sacramento, ca. This failure can cause engine overheat and failure. *Tr
Western Apex engine complaints by year
Apex engine problems, every yearSource: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data