Workhorse W18 recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the Workhorse W18, covering 35,941 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Workhorse W18 recalls by model year
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Steering: gear box: shaft pitman
- What is wrong
- Workhorse is recalling 5,606 my 2006-2008 w42 commercial chassis and w18 recreational vehicle chassis. The castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm may have been improperly torqued during assembly. The improper torque may have damaged the castle nut and compromised the integrity of the connection.
- Risk
- If the drag link were to separate from the pitman arm, the driver would not have directional control of the vehicle possibly causing a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace and properly tighten the castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm. The recall began on september 19, 2008. Owners may contact workhorse at 1‑877‑946‑7731 or at http://www.navistar.com.
Recall number 08V442000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- 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 inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.
- Risk
- In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clips on these engines free of charge. The recall began on september 1, 2006. Owners may contact workhorse at 877‑294‑6773.
Recall number 06V225000 · Recall details
Questions about the Workhorse W18 recalls
How do I check if my Workhorse W18 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Workhorse W18 have?
2, covering steering and engine and engine cooling.
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