Workhorse W62 recalls
There are 4 safety recalls on record for the Workhorse W62, covering 12,244 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Workhorse W62 recalls by model year
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Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
- What is wrong
- Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Workhorse W62 Commercial Chassis manufactured June 21, 2010, to October 2, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the weld joining the right hand side exhaust down pipe to the exhaust manifold may fatigue.
- Risk
- A failure of the weld may allow hot exhaust gases to enter the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will install support brackets on the right and left hand exhaust down pipes and a catalyst spacer bar to prevent swaying. Any cracked down pipes will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 61401-C.
Recall number 14V574000 · Recall details
Service brakes
- What is wrong
- Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012 Workhorse Custom Chassis W42 and W62 vehicles, manufactured from July 13, 2012, through October 12, 2012, and equipped with hydraulic brakes. In the affected vehicles, the brake fluid level indicator (FLI) may not properly detect a low brake fluid level situation and warn the driver.
- Risk
- Without a warning, the driver may be unaware that the brake fluid level is low. A low brake fluid level may reduce the available braking force which could lengthen the required stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Navistar has notified owners, and dealers will replace the FLI switch free of charge. Owners may contact Navistar at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's recall campaign number is 51302-C.
Recall number 13V512000 · Recall details
Service brakes
- What is wrong
- Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Workhorse Custom Chassis W42 and W62 vehicles, manufactured from July 18, 2011, through July 12, 2012, and equipped with hydraulic brakes. The brake fluid level indicator (FLI) may not properly detect a low brake fluid level situation and warn the driver.
- Risk
- Without a warning, the driver may be unaware that the brake fluid level is low. A low brake fluid level may reduce the available braking force which could lengthen the required stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FLI switch free of charge. The safety recall began on April 26, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's recall campaign number is 51301-C.
Recall number 13V054000 · Recall details
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- Workhorse is recalling certain model year 2010 w42, w62 and model year 2011 w22 trucks and built with a general motors gasoline engine and equipped with remy alternator. A low resistance electrical short in the alternator's voltage regulator may occur.
- Risk
- An electrical short in the alternator may occur without warning possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the alternator if necessary free of charge. The recall began on june 2, 2010. Owners may contact workhorse at 1‑877‑246‑7731.
Recall number 10V158000 · Recall details
Questions about the Workhorse W62 recalls
How do I check if my Workhorse W62 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Workhorse W62 have?
4, covering engine and engine cooling, service brakes and electrical system.
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