2005 Workhorse W20 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2005 Workhorse W20 recalls

Most common 2005 Workhorse W20 problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Parking Brake	1

What owners report

2010-10-07, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 WORKHORSE CHASSIS W22. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR RECALL 09V110000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRAKE CALIPERS (RECALLED PART) COULD ALSO CAUSED FAILURES WITHIN THE BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS WHICH WERE NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED.

2008-12-06, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
BRAKES OVER-HEATED, LOCKED UP AND FAILED. AFTER A LONG COOL-DOWN PERIOD, THE BRAKE CALIPERS RELEASED AND I WAS ABLE TO A REPAIR FACILITY FOR INSPECTION. *TR

2006-06-12, Parking Brake
FOR THE 3RD TIME IN ONE YEAR, THE AUTOMATIC PARKING BRAKE HAS LOCKED ON WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD ANYWHERE FROM 30-65 MPH. THIS RESULTS IN RAPID DECELERATION AND THEN LEAVES YOU STRANDED ON THE HIGHWAY. IN THE LAST CASE, LAST MONTH, THE DECELERATION WAS SO QUICK THAT MY SON HIT HIS FACE ON THE DINING TABLE OF THE RV AND CUT HIS LIP OPEN. *NM

2005 Workhorse W20 questions

Does the 2005 Workhorse W20 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2005 Workhorse W20: Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Workhorse W20?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Parking Brake (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Workhorse W20 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.