Tl*the contact owns a 2003 forest river windsong with a 2002 workhorse w22 chassis. While driving 55 MPH, the front end of the vehicle vibrated constantly. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed an odorous smoke coming from underneath. He poured water on the brake calipers to cool them down in order to return to his residence. He stated that the brakes seemed to have locked up, which caused the vibration. The vehicle has not been taken to the dealer and the manufacturer has not been notified. Prior to the failure, the contact received an interim notice that alerted him to a possible defect with the brakes. The current and failure mileages were 7,210. Updated 06/24/09. *lj updated 06/26/09.
2002 Workhorse W22 brakes complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 2002 winnebago adventurer rv, model 35u. The contact received a recall notice regarding the braking system on the vehicle. In october of 2008, the brakes failed and nearly caused a crash. The contact called the dealer and a lawyer and was advised to file a complaint with the attorney general in pennsylvania. The attorney general referred the contact to the attorney general in ohio. The dealer refused to repair the vehicle. The vehicle has been parked at a storage facility since october 10, 2008 and had to be towed. The cost to repair the vehicle was estimated between $3,000 and $5,000. Prior to the failure, the dealer charged $795 for a system check. While driving approximately 40 MPH down a hill, the vehicle failed and was towed away. The contact called the manufacturer, but there was no answer. The dealer was notified of the near crash and hung up the phone on the contact. The federal safety agency campaign id number was unknown. The current mileage was 20,000. The consumer also had electrical problems with the rv. Updated 06/16/09.
We were traveling on interstate 83 heading north past baltimore when we smelled a burning brake smell - we pulled over on the side of 83 and the front drivers side brake caliber had stuck and would not release - the rubber dust boot caught fire - the inside of the tire cracked and began to melt due to the heat - we extinguished it with the fire extinguisher. After letting the brake cool for a hour we were able to make it off the exit to a side road. This is the second brake caliber that has gone bad on this vehicle. The first being in july 2008 on the rear passenger side. We purchased the parts at bill's auto and truck repair in gwynn oak, md - invoice number 10847 totaling $670.25 for parts. When I called workhorse they said that the recall notices have been sent out and our motor home is included in the recall and we should receive the recall notice within 30 days. We called millers repair in beltsville and they said that recall number 50901-c was listed but the parts aren't due in until sept - oct 2009. The motor home is un-drivable due to this defect and I believe it should be repaired right away. We have many camping plans for the summer and do not want to waste and entire summer due to the workhorse defect. 2003 challenger motor . Any help / information or direction you could give us would be appreciated. *tr updated 05/08/09
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 workhorse w22. The contact noticed that the ABS warning indicator would consistently illuminate on the instrument control panel. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they replaced all the ABS sensors at the cost of $618. Several months after the repair, the failure resurfaced. He took the vehicle back to the dealer and they replaced the two front ABS sensors at the cost of $360. Two months after the repair, the failure recurred. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer and they stated that he needed to replace the entire braking system at the cost of $2,000. He is in the process of having the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer did not assist. The failure and current mileages were not applicable.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 workhorse w22 chassis. The vehicle was repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v084000 (service brakes, hydraulic) in 2004. Several years later, the contact noticed that the braking system would hang up or lock during emergency stopping. During the failure, the ABS warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel accompanied by a burning odor. He called a local repair shop and a technician stated that he would have to replace the brake caliper, pads, and ABS module. The vehicle has not yet been repaired. The manufacturer stated that they would not assume responsibility for the repair because the vehicle was previously repaired according to the recall. The failure and current mileages were not applicable. Updated 10/5/09 *cn the consumer stated the rotors had cracks, the pas were scarred and had chunks missing from them. The rotors were turned and the pads were replaced. The consumer was informed by the manufacturer that the brakes were repaired in 2004 and no further action would be taken. The consumer stated the problem was never remedied and this has been an ongoing problem since 2002. Updated 10/06/09
Right front brake caliper not fully releasing, causing extreme heat, melting of plastic cover, glazing of the rotor, melting of the ABS speed sensor. The failure occurs almost every trip, where the brake drags slightly, but usually releases after a few miles. I have had the workhorse recall completed regarding brakes, but it did not help the issue.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 fleetwood bounder. The contact took his vehicle to a local rv repair shop for routine inspection and was informed that his brakes were damaged. The vehicle was repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v084000 (service brakes, hydraulic). Three years after the repair, he was advised by a technician that the brake rotors and pads needed to be replaced. The contact is in the process of having the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer did not assist. The failure and current mileages were not applicable. Updated 06/11/09. *lj the consumer was informed the front rotor had a laarge crack. The rotors and brakes were replaced. Since the rotors were replaced, the brake light comes on. Updated 06/11/09.
Brakes have been giving trouble. Redid front brakes and now have to do the rear. 2002 workhorse motor home chassis. Repairs to the front was over 900.00 . Don't know what the rear will cost...
2002 bounder with chevy workhorse chassis brake system failure. *nj the consumer was informed the front caliper on the passenger side had seized and destroyed all the previous brake work the consumer had done 56 miles ago. The left front oil seal was leaking.
Coming home on the 405 freeway in los angles in stop and go traffic, my right front caliper apparently stuck on. About 2 miles from home the ABS light came on and I could smell the brakes. I went on home and the right front wheel was smoking. I let it cool. Since then I have replaced the right front caliper, the brake line and the ABS sensor. All of the other calipers appear to be ok.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 workhorse w22. While driving approximately 10 MPH in a residential community, the brake pedal extended to the floor. The vehicle failed to stop and coasted the rest of the way to its destination. The vehicle was towed to a dealer. The current and failure mileages were 40,000. Updated 11/07/08 *bf the front brakes locked up and the pedal went to the floor. The ABS light illuminated. The calipers locked up and damaged the flex hose and ABS sensor. Updated 11/13/08.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 workhorse w22 . While driving between 20-30 MPH, the brakes failed. The brake pedal extended to the floor when it was depressed. The contact pulled off the road into a grassy area, which slowed down the vehicle and eventually LED to a complete stop. He pulled the vehicle back onto the road and drove to a shopping center. The brakes were performing better, but displayed very little stopping power. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and they stated that the passenger side caliper had been locked up for quite a while. The dealer replaced the bearing seal on the front passenger side wheel, brake pads, front and rear rotors, and the front and rear calipers. After the repairs were made, the contact discovered an investigation relating to the service brakes, hydraulic, which described the same failures he was experiencing. The federal safety agency campaign id number was unknown. The failure mileage was 40,856 and current mileage was 43,926. Updated 11/7/08 *cn the calipers locked up, which caused the rotors to warp. Updated 11/13/08.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 newmar mountain aire with a workhorse chassis. The contact stated that there were brake seizures with his brake calipers. While driving 30 MPH, the brakes locked up and caused the vehicle to pull to the right. The failure melted the ABS wiring and nearly started a fire. The contact also stated that there was an ongoing issue with the manufacturer regarding the brakes. The repair center stated that the repair would cost approximately $3,000. The dealer stated that the failure would recur even if the repair was made. The current mileage was approximately 31,000 and failure mileage was approximately 30,500. Updated 11/19/08.
1. Random lock up of vehicle brakes 2. Occurred september 2006 and again in august 2008. Extreme vehicle vibration and loss of steering. Brakes smoke and become extremely hot. 3. Vehicle checked by les schwaab tire store and authorized gm repair center. Charged for inspection. Neither shop could diagnose cause or repair needed.
Had brake recall in 2/06. Brakes nearly failed 7/08 on trip out west. Abs sensor bad, front brake pads bad, and left front caliper bad. This corresponds to troubles other drivers have had with this system.
Coming home from camping,in traffic when ABS light comes on. There's a smell of burning brakes. Rv seems to be under a heavy load. After a few stops braking gets harder. By the time I make it home almost a complete brake failure. Brake pedal goes to the floor. Pumping the brakes maintain some stopping control. Parked rv and seeking help.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 workhorse w22 trailer. When the contact exited the vehicle, he smelled the brakes and wheel bearings burning. The contact removed the wheel and noticed oil from the wheel bearing covering the tire. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired. In october of 2007, the contact smelled an odor coming from the rear brakes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they could not duplicate the failure. The current and failure mileages were 16,000. Updated 04/22/08. *lj the consumer was told the rear brakes would not be replaced with upgraded brakes. The consumer stated the problem still exists with the brakes. The check engine light illuminated. The cruise control did not come. Updated
Tl*- the contact owns a 2002 work horseman chassis w22. On several occasions the chassis brakes overheated. When the brakes overheated he would pull over until they cooled down. On april 10, 2006 the contact experience a total failure of the brakes, he was trying to slow down, and the break pedal when down to the floor. It was found that the right front caliper overheated. The dealer replaced the tube, caliper, ABS sensor,. Break pads, fluids and guide pins. The second major failure occurred march 19, 2008 the ABS light turned on and braking power was lost. At which time the left front side caliper was found to have overheated. The dealer replaced the caliper, fluids, ABS sensor, and break hose, this repair was cover by the warranty. The current mileage was 30,000, and the failure mileage was 20,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 workhorse w22. While driving 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle began to pull back and forth. There were no warning indicators prior to the failure. The contact pulled off the road. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop and they stated that the brake calipers needed to be replaced. The calipers and all other brake components were replaced. The vehicle was previously serviced for the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v084000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The failure mileage was 11,000 and current mileage was 18,565. Updated 02-12-08 *bf the consumer stated safety recall 50401-c performed on 09/24/04 at 10,511 miles. The consumer stated manufacturer should reimburse him for the cost of repairs in the amount of $ 3,323.30. Updated 02/12/08
2002 holiday rambler vacationer. Replaced entire braking system on 05/21/2005perrecall buliten #50401-c 32071 mileson coach all4rotors were cracked on 11/02/2007 brakes making noise now 3 rotors are cracked.workhorse refuse to replace rotors problem due to exessive heat brakes being applied for 2 minuets repairs have not been made yet .
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 workhorse w22. While driving 50 MPH, he heard a scraping noise and the brakes thumped when he depressed the brake pedal. The dealer stated that right front and both rear rotors were cracked. In addition, they felt that the calipers overheated and was the cause of the failure. As of january 3, 2008, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The contact stated that all four rotors, calipers and hoses were previously replaced as part of the federal safety agency campaign id # 04v084000 (service brakes: hydraulic). The manufacturer refused to repair the failure again. The current and failure mileages were 48,583. Updated 01/29/08 *lj. Updated 01/29/08
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 workhorse w22. While driving 35 MPH, the contact noticed a burning smell coming from the front passenger side of the vehicle. He stated that the calipers overheated. There was a recall repair performed for the service brakes, hydraulic (the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v084000) in february of 2005. The contact stated that the first failure did not occur until june of 2006. The dealer stated that the slide rods, calipers, and rotors should be replaced. As of november 15, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 11,000 and current mileage was 15,300. Updated 01-14-08. *kb the brake system was replaced. Updated 12/12/07
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 workhorse w22 holiday rambler. While driving 30 MPH, the brake pedal extended to the floorboard when depressed. The contact pulled over and noticed that the rear brake caliber overheated and boiled the brake fluid. The dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. The dealer replaced the brake components. The current mileage was 18,000 and the failure mileage was 17,775. *updated 12/12/07 *bf the consumer stated replaced external transmission. Updated 12/12/07
Passenger rear brake was dragging. Recall 04v084000 was issued in january. He took vehicle to the dealer to get the brakes checked, and they fixed the one that was dragging. In june other three brakes started dragging due to same recall problem, in july dealer replaced other three brake calibers but only cleaned brake rotors. Currently, he was told to bring motor home for same recall. Manufacturer kept saying bring it in and we will look at it. Dealer said the calipers were getting hot, and they replaced them, and new brake pads were added. Caller said it was real slow to stop. This was the third time contact had to bring vehicle to dealer for this recall repairs. Refer to odi#10130547.
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