The contact owns a 2002 Workhorse W22 Chassis. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal went to the floorboard while depressed. Additionally, the ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 09V110000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 21,000.
2002 Workhorse W22: ABS light or ABS activating
22 of the 67 complaints about the 2002 Workhorse W22 describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 22
- of this car's complaints
- 33%
- typical mileage
- 30,500
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 workhorse w22. The contact stated that the ABS warning indicator flashed and remained illuminated. In addition, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard, creating the risk of a potential crash. The contact had to apply force to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 04v084000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 09v110000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the vehicle exhibited the same failure listed in the recall campaigns. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available. *bf consumer stated recall taking care of by workhorse.
2002 workhorse w22 chassis. Consumer writes in regards to problems with workhorse brakes and requests reimbursement *tgw the consumer stated the first problem he encountered with the rv was the smell of burning brakes which was noticed in 2004 and the repairs were done during the bosch brake caliper recall. The next problem came in late 2007 when the consumer started experiencing brake failure and the ABS light illuminated. The calipers, rotors and ABS repairs were completed at a cost of $3700. The extended warranty covered roughly half the cost, but the consumer had to pay over $1800. The denial letter workhorse sent the consumer, stated the work that was performed in 2004 showed no issues in regards to workmanship or material defects
2003 pace arrow motorhome on a 2002 workhorse w22 chassis. Consumer is requesting reimbursement for brake caliper replacement since this was a recall issue for workhorse w22 chassis. *kb the consumer stated after the rv was purchased, the ABS light illuminated and the brake pedal was soft. Brake fluid leaked out and the wheel grease was extremely hot. The brake line also had to be replaced.
2002 workhorse w22 chassis. Consumer writes regarding brake failure *tgw the consumer stated he experienced brake failure in december 2004. The brakes were temporarily repaired, because according to the repair shop a recall was issued, however, the recall parts were not available. In december 2009 the consumer received a recall notice regarding the brakes. However, when he went to the dealer he was informed again the parts were not available. In july 2010, he experienced another brake failure. The consumer was then informed the parts wouldn't be available until december 2010. So therefore, another temporary brake repair was performed. The consumer stated while driving, he realized he had no brakes and had to pump them twice in order to stop. The ABS light illuminated as well. The calipers and sensors needed to be replaced, the wheel seal was leaking, the rotors were destroyed and the calipers boots had melted.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 fleetwood southwind rv equipped with a 2002 workhorse w22 chassis. The contact stated that the since the date of purchase, the ABS light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the light did not indicate a failure and the vehicle was safe to drive. In october 2009, while the contact was driving 35 MPH, the driver side rear brake began smoking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the rear calipers, cylinder, rotors and brake pads were replaced. The contact called the manufacturer and asked for reimbursement for recall 09v110000 (service brakes, hydraulic) but was denied and the manufacturer stated that the recall was not official at the time. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000 and the current mileage was approximately 61,000. Updated 12/30/10. *lj the consumer stated another motorist informed him the right rear brakes were on fire. The consumer stated the brakes locked up which caused a fire. However, the consumer was able to extinguish the fire.
2002 workhorse w22 custom chassis owner. Consumer expresses discontent regarding workhorse only taking partial financial responsibility for faulty brake system repairs *tgw the consumer stated the ABS illuminated and there was a vibration during braking. The rv was taken to a repair shop, where it was determined that both rotors and calipers had varying degrees of damage. Three of the four rotors had several heat related stress cracks that ran completely through the faces and the remaining rotor had several related heat stress cracks. One of the caliper dust boots had been heated to the point of breaking apart and many other dust boots were extremely hard. The consumer stated his rv was a part of the recall. However, workhorse only took financial responsibility for the replacement of one rotor and one caliper; parts only.
Faulty braking system on workhorse rv chassis ABS antilock system.
Workhorse w22 chassis. 2002 fleetwood bounder. Consumer expresses discontent with date of recall as his problems began one month prior. *tgw the consumer stated he did detect a burning odor on several occasions. The consumer was informed he needed new calipers, the ABS and rear brakes were heavily burned, the rotors, pads and seals had worn out. Also, the fluid in the lines and master cylinder were extremely dirty.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 workhorse w22. The brake pedal would not release after application. Also the brake system would intermittently over-heat. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, and a spring on the brake pedal as installed. The repair did not remedy the failure. The caliper guide pin kit and guide pin boot kin were replaced. In 2006, while driving down the highway, he attempted to use the brakes and they were unresponsive. He allowed the vehicle to naturally decelerate. He went to another authorized dealer, and the front wheel seal, rear wheel seal, two calipers, two brake pad kits, an axle gasket, and two ABS wheel sensors were replaced under warranty. Also, grease zeroed also installed on the jack valve at another dealer under warranty . In 2008, while driving the brake failed again. He shifted a vehicle into a lower gear and used the emergency brake to stop. He then received a recall notice in april of 2009 (recall 09v110000) but received no remedy. He spoke with two representatives in december 2009,who told him that they had no way of knowing how to repair the issue. The current mileage was approximately 34,750. The failure mileage was 8,406.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 newmar mountain aire rv with a w22 workhorse chassis. While driving between 55 to 60 MPH the contact began to smell the brake pads burning. The contact shut the engine off and examined the brakes. The dealer stated that the front passenger and both rear calipers were cracked and needed to be replaced. One year later; july 2009 while driving approximately 40 MPH the contact smelled the brakes burning again and took the vehicle to a dealer. The dealer replaced all four brake calipers. The contact received a recall notice regarding brake calipers from workhorse. The contact stated that vehicle is unsafe. The current mileage was 45,000 and the failure mileage was 36,588. Updated 01/12/10 *bf the front wheel oil seal, left front oil seal, brake pads, master cylinder, calipers and rotors were all replaced. The ABS light illuminated as well. Updated 01/15/10.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 holiday rambler vacationer. The contact stated heat builds up in the brake system. The rv was taken to the dealer and the calipers and rotors were replaced. Immediately after the repair he noticed that the transmission would not change gears and the speedometer was inoperative. He notified the dealer but was not provided with any assistance. The failure and current mileages were 15,000. Consumer is updating information. 10/15/09 *nj the consumer also stated the ABS light illuminated. The consumer stated after all the problems he experienced, he finally received a recall from workhorse. The consumer was informed due to the brakes overheating, they probably caused damage to the transmission. The calipers were bad and the ABS fuses were hanging down and burned up. Updated 10/16/09 updated 10/20/09 *cn updated 10/23/09.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic
- 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
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- On certain motorhome chassis equipped with bosch zops, the pads can drag on the rotor surface due to the pin slide.
- Risk
- A hang up or lock up may cause the calipers to over heat and not allow the driver to stop safely. This could cause overheating of the brake calipers which could result in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect, repair and replace according to the procedure developed by bosch (see campaign 03e064000). The recall began on august 1, 2004. Owners should contact workhorse at 1‑877‑294‑6773.
Recall number 04V084000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2002 Workhorse W22 abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2002 Workhorse W22?
22 of 67 owner complaints about the 2002 Workhorse W22 (33%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2003.
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