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2005 Workhorse W21 problems

The most common problem on the 2005 Workhorse W21 is brakes. Its complaint count is close to a typical W21 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
1
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 2005 Workhorse W21 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    1

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  • Brakes
    1

Recalls 1

Service brakes, hydraulicReported April 3, 2009 · 48,876 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal vehicle operation may experience calipers sticking in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag. The driver would normally have warning of the brake drag if undetected by the driver.
Risk
The temperature increase at the wheel end can eventually lead to soft pedal conditions due to brake fluid boil, and possible extended stopping distance increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Workhorse dealers will replace all four bosch brake caliper assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2010. Owners may contact workhorse at 1‑877‑246‑7731.

Recall number 09V110000 · Recall details

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What 2005 Workhorse W21 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 8, 2010 · Brakes · 4,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 workhorse w21. The vehicle was included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 09v110000, service brakes, hydraulic. Since the recall was issued he notified the manufacturer in order to attempt to have the vehicle repaired. He was told continuously that the parts necessary to repair the vehicle were unavailable. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 4,000 and the current mileage was 25,580.

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Is the 2005 Workhorse W21 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Workhorse W21, close to a typical W21 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Workhorse W21?

Brakes, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2005 Workhorse W21 have?

1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Workhorse W21 brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 09V110000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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