I have just learned of the bad design of the steering box bracket on my 2006 alpine apex motor home. I did the testing recommended by others and find that the bracket flexes a large amount when turning the wheel from left to right and back. The coach was built by western rv of union gap, wa and was bought out by monomoy inc of new york. I have not heard of any recall as of yet. *Tr
Steering
Western Apex Steering problems by year
7 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Western Apex's steering. Loss of power steering, stiff or loose steering, wandering, column and rack problems.
Steering complaints by model year
Latest Apex steering complaints
The steering box on my 2006 alpine apex coach flexes when the steering mechanism is moved. As per my frame and axle shop, this is not normal and is a pending safety hazard. There have been many other complaints filed with you concerning this problem. Just trying to fix a problem before there is a real serious one. *Tr
When using the steering the steel bracketing connecting power steering gear to the vehicle's frame bends a lot. Happens whenever vehicle is operated. No correction has been made at this time. *Tr
The steering bracket on my alpine motorhome is flexing 1/2 to 3/4 inch. I am concerned the metal will fatigue and crack. *Tr
Failure: steel bracket connecting power steering gear to the vehicle's frame bends excessively whenever operating the steering occurrence: whenever vehicle is operated. *Tr
The entire steering box moves when steering wheel is turned. *Tr
Failure: steel bracket connecting power steering gear to the vehicle's frame bends excessively whenever operating the vehicle. Occurrence: everytime the vehicle is operated correction: none at this time - needs retrofitted steering box. *Tr
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