On certain recreational vehicles equipped with vansco vmm 2820 modules, the module may experience a failure of all operational function.
2004-2006 · 3 model years
Western Avalanche Problems by year
Owners have filed 1 complaints about the Western Avalanche across 3 model years, and it has 3 recalls. The 2005 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1). The most reported problem area is the wheels & tires.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Avalanche complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Avalanche problems
Western Avalanche recalls 3
On certain class a motor homes equipped with vehicle systems' aqua-hot and hydro-hot water heaters, which use webasto burner tubes, the burner tubes do not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
On certain recreational vehicles equipped with vansco vmm 2820 modules, the module could experience an incorrect fault indication on its bi-directional ouputs (19 and 20).
Latest Avalanche complaints
I have 4 goodyear marathon radial tires (st235/80r16) on my 2005 alpinelite 32 foot 5th wheel. While traveling on i-10 in van horn tx, I stopped for fuel. I noticed a 8" dia by 4" bubble on exterior side wall. I found a koa in town, and after I got in place I called tripple a for a tire change service call. I used my spare of same brand, make and size that came with rv. I have marked bubble on the tire and will be looking for goodyear dealership. *Nm
Questions about the Western Avalanche
Which Western Avalanche years have the most problems?
By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2005 (1). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2005 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.
Which Western Avalanche years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2004 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Avalanche years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Western Avalanche problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the wheels & tires (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Western Avalanche have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls across all Western Avalanche model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data