Workhorse W22 fire or smoke problems

Filed Jan 14, 2022 · Brakes · 54,000 miles · GA · fire

The contact owns a 2003 Workhorse W22. The contact stated that upon stopping the motorhome in her driveway, her husband discovered a bluish-black color smoke emitting from underneath the vehicle. The rear passenger side brake caliper had caught fire and the contact's husband was able to extinguish the fire with a water hose. The fire department was not called and a report was not filed. The contact stated that the brake and ABS warning lights had illuminated on the instrument panel after the failure. The contact's husband took pictures of the damage and showed them to an independent mechanic. The mechanic then informed the contact's husband of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 09V110000(SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) which he linked to the failure. The mechanic contacted then notified the manufacturer of the failure but received no assistance. The contact also made multiple attempts to reach the manufacturer but had no success. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.

Filed Sep 27, 2013 · Brakes · 23,000 miles · NC · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 fleet wood motor home equipped with a workhorse w22 chassis. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle started to decelerate. After inspecting the vehicle, he noticed that the rear brakes were on fire. The contact was able to contain the fire by using an extinguisher. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the technician verified that the brakes failed and the brakes, rotor, brake caliper, speed sensor and the brake lines would need replacing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 23,000.

Filed Aug 16, 2012 · Brakes · 25,000 miles · IL · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 workhorse w22 rv. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, he smelled burning from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who stated that they needed to replace the brake caliper assemblies. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v110000 (service brakes). The failure and the current mileage was 25,000....updated 10/17/12 *bf updated 10/19/2012

Filed May 24, 2011 · Brakes · PA

2003 workhorse horse chassis. Consumer writes in response to a denial of reimbursement for replacement of caliper assembly. *tgw the consumer stated all of the repairs made from sept 2007 through july 2008 prior to an safety recall notices from workhorse. On september 12, 2007, both front wheel seals were leaking and had to be replaced. Workhorse denied the claim, because they were only considering repairs made after november 16, 2007 for reimbursement. On a separate occasion, while enroute to his summer home, there was a burning odor and smoke coming from the wheel. The mechanic removed the burned ABS sensor and replaced the hub caps and seals.

Filed Jan 21, 2011 · Brakes · CA

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

Filed Jan 12, 2011 · Brakes · MA

2004 workhorse w22 chassis. Consumer states the right rear brake rotor froze causing a burning smell. Sent the coach in for repair and was charged for the repair. He feels that the failure was a cause from the recall. *kb the consumer stated a week after the rv was inspected, the ABS light illuminated. The consumer was charged for the replacement of the ABS sensor, rotors, pads and calipers.

Filed Dec 3, 2010 · Brakes · OR

2003 w22 workhorse chassis. Consumer writes to request a workhorse reimbursement *tgw the consumer is requesting reimbursement as a result of having the calipers replaced. The repair facility recommended the replacement of three rotors which were cracked. The consumer stated there was a distinct brake burning smell, the ABS light illuminated for extended periods of time, and there were at least three times the braking system lost its effectiveness.

Filed Nov 12, 2010 · Brakes · AZ

Consumer writes regarding 2005 workhorse chassis recall *tgw the consumer stated when he took the rv in for service, he advised the technician that there was an odor and smoke coming from the brake system during light and heavy braking. After inspection, the technician determined the brake calipers were in fact defective. They also determined that the rotors were heat damaged to the point that the rv was unsafe to drive. Also, the brake pads were heat damaged and prematurely worn out. The consumer stated he would like workhorse to fulfill their obligations regarding the recall on the bosch brake calipers and the resulting damage to the brake system.

Filed Sep 29, 2010 · Brakes · 60,000 miles · NM · fire

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.

Filed Sep 22, 2010 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · FL · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 rex hall aerbus motor home, with a workhorse w22 chassis. While driving 60 MPH he engaged the brakes and began to smell something burning. The contact stated he pulled into an rv camp ground and inspected the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to an authorized dealer, the dealer replaced all four brake calibers. He stated the manufacturer was refusing to reimburse him for the repairs since his vehicle was not part of the first recall. He reference recall 09v110000, service brakes, hydraulic and stated he received this recall recently. The contact stated he has not had the above recall repair performed. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 22,800.