- The problem
- 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.
- The 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.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2000 Forest River Georgetown Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2000 Forest River Georgetown with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (3) and the suspension (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in April 2009 for the service brakes, hydraulic. For comparison, the 1999 has 3 and the 2001 has 7.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Georgetown year, for its age
#281 most complained-about 2000 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2000 Forest River Georgetown problems
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2000 Forest River Georgetown recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Certain recreational vehicles equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
- The risk
- Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
- The fix
- Forest river will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or forest river at 1-574-389-4600,
- The problem
- Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "Hydraulic and electric brake systems." The brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
- The risk
- In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.
- The fix
- Dealers will repair the brake warning lamp circuit. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact forest river at 1-574-389-4600.
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4 complaints about the 2000 Forest River Georgetown
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Vehicle brakes failed to fully release causing brake overheating, abs sensor melting, brake line damage and boiling brake fluid. Vehicle was parked for 15 minutes with no visible signs of trouble other than extremely hot wheels. Vehicle was restarted and upon being set into motion the brake pedal went to the floor and there was a complete loss of braking ability. Vehicle narrowly missed pedestrians and personal property before being stopped with the emergency brake. Vehicle was towed to service center and...
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problem diagnosed as stated above. Service center replaced 1 brake caliper, 2 brake lines, 4 wheel bearings, 2 rotors, 1 abs sensor, and flushed and filled with dot 4 fluid. Brake lockup has now occurred 3 times with this one being the only dangerous instance. Speaking with the manufacturer I was informed that "this vehicle was not part of the recall" numerous times. I was unaware of any recall until being told by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included but upon researching it I discovered why. The conditions are exactly the same. Vehicle is being towed to service center again this week to resolve locked brakes before causing additional damage. *Tr
Consumer faxed letter regarding the defective braking system in his 2000 georgetown motorhome which ios on a workhorse chassis. *Mr in a hydraulic failure, the hydraulic pump, hydraulic cylinder, oil reservior, piping or fitting can fail or leak which renders the park/emergency brake system useless*nm
Ltr fm carmen j. Narde (fl) re defective brake system for a 2000 georgetown motorhome with a workhorse chasis.*Mr in a hydraulic failure, the hydraulic pump, hydraulic cylinder, oil reservior, piping or fitting can fail or leak which renders the park/emergency brake system useless. *Nm *sc *jb
Vehicle pulls and leans to left, when driving it goes all over the road. Dealer determined rear suspension springs were too light for weight of vehicle. Manufacturer refused to remedy the problem. Consumer had suspension springs replaced at his expense.*Ak *nlm
Forest River Georgetown: every year compared
All Georgetown years2000 Forest River Georgetown vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Forest River Georgetown | 4 | 3 | B | |
| 2000 Forest River Motorhome | 9 | 2 | - | Compare |
| 2000 Forest River Reflection | 2 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2000 Forest River Cherokee | 2 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2000 Forest River Cardinal | 2 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2000 Forest River 34CK-TS | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
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Questions about the 2000 Forest River Georgetown
Does the 2000 Forest River Georgetown have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Forest River Georgetown: service brakes, hydraulic (April 2009); recreational vehicle / trailer (March 2007); lamp (September 2003). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Forest River Georgetown?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (3), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2000 Forest River Georgetown had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 9, 2002 and the latest on May 18, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2000 Forest River Georgetown a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 62 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Forest River Georgetown year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Forest River Georgetown years have the most complaints?
2004 (10), 2012 (9), 2001 (7). See every Forest River Georgetown year compared.
What should I do if my 2000 Forest River Georgetown has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data