2008 Workhorse R20 recalls and problems

The 2008 Workhorse R20 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Workhorse dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2008 Workhorse R20 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Workhorse R20 recalls

Recall 10V-314: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Jul 6, 2010 · 39 vehicles affected · NAVISTAR, INC

Problem: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2008 workhorse r20 chassis manufactured from february 5, 2007 through september 24, 2008, equipped with caterpillar c7 engines. The #5 and #6 fuel lines may crack at the fastening point to the common fuel rail and cause a fuel leak.

Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Caterpiller will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on september 9, 2010. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986 or navistar at 1-260-461-1890.

2008 Workhorse R20 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 16,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2008 Workhorse R20 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 16,500 miles · reported Oct 11, 2010

Driving to workhorse service center (Jim price chevy truck center, charlottesville va) for a different matter the dash warning lights started blinking for brakes, ABS, atc and parking brake. Service center hooked up computer and determined that the meritor/wabco hydraulic compact unit (Hcu) which is the major part of the hydraulic power brake (Hpb) system malfunctioned. I learned that these units are on many international brand school buses as well as my workhorse ufo chassis rv and other vehicles and that the hcu is failing on a regular basis on these and other vehicles and that meritor/wabco…

Other Workhorse R20 years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Workhorse R20 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Workhorse R20: 10V-314 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Workhorse R20?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 16,500 miles.

Are Workhorse recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Workhorse dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.