Workhorse W20 recalls and problems
5 recalls and 33 owner complaints for 9 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
5
Complaints
33
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
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Workhorse W20 by year
Most reported Workhorse W20 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 30 | |
| Parking Brake | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
All Workhorse W20 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09V-110 | Apr 3, 2009 | 2001–2008 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Navistar is recalling certain model year my 2001-2008 workhorse w20, w21 and w22 chassis and certain model year 2009 through 2011 monaco rv admiral, arista, monarch, and riptide recreational vehicles equipped with axles… |
| 06V-225 | Jun 20, 2006 | 2004 | Engine and Engine Cooling | On certain motor home and truck chassis equipped with general motors 8.1l v8 engines, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in… |
| 06V-148 | May 2, 2006 | 2005–2006 | Steering | Certain chassis may have been equipped with incorrect steering intermediate shafts. |
| 04V-084 | Feb 18, 2004 | 2000–2002 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | On certain motorhome chassis equipped with bosch zops, the pads can drag on the rotor surface due to the pin slide. |
| 01V-317 | Oct 4, 2001 | 2001 | Suspension | Vehicle description: motor home and commercial chassis. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Workhorse W20?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2003 Workhorse W20 has the most reports (11). Check the 2003 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Workhorse W20 have?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls covering Workhorse W20 model years 2000–2008.
What are the most common Workhorse W20 problems?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic, parking brake, electrical system problems most often.