The worst 2005 Workhorse W24 problems
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Recalls 2
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
Steering
- What is wrong
- Certain chassis may have been equipped with incorrect steering intermediate shafts. The spline can strip while the steering wheel is being turned.
- Risk
- This steering condition could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering intermediate shafts. The recall began on may 22, 2006. Owners may contact workhorse at 1‑877‑294‑6773.
Recall number 06V148000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Overheating disc brake caliper
The ea was opened to gain a technical understanding of the causes for one or more disc brake calipers on a subject vehicle to suffer severe overheating. The overheating caused brake drag, melting ABS sensors, smoking, brake lining fires, and in some cases boiling brake fluid resulting in diminished stopping capability.based on testing, warranty and complaint data analysis, field trips and interviews with owners, mechanics and service managers, odi believes the likely cause of the alleged defect is water swell of the phenolic caliper piston and subsequent failure of the piston to fully return after the pedal is released.a technical report is attached with full details.
EA07016
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Is the 2005 Workhorse W24 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2005 Workhorse W24.
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How many recalls does the 2005 Workhorse W24 have?
2 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling and steering.
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