- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Workhorse P32 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2004 Workhorse P32 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the fuel system (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in June 2006 for the engine and engine cooling. For comparison, the 2005 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical P32 year, for its age
#364 most complained-about 2004 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2004 Workhorse P32 problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2004 Workhorse P32 recalls 1
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
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 2004 Workhorse P32
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Pulse damper in the fuel rail is leaking gas on to the engine. I understand that this is a factory defect per internet reports. Internet reports state to contact manufacturer per phone numbers provided but non work.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 georgie boy landau rv equipped with a workhorse p32. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brakes seized. The contact also stated that the brakes became extremely hot and a strange odor could be smelled in the cabin. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000. The current mileage was approximately 60,000.
Workhorse P32: every year compared
All P32 years2004 Workhorse P32 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Workhorse P32 | 2 | 1 | C | |
| 2004 Workhorse W22 | 92 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2004 Workhorse Chassis | 34 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2004 Workhorse W20 | 7 | 2 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2004 Workhorse P32
Does the 2004 Workhorse P32 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Workhorse P32: engine and engine cooling (June 2006). 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 2004 Workhorse P32?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 2004 Workhorse P32 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 14, 2013 and the latest on June 19, 2018. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2004 Workhorse P32 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Workhorse P32 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 Workhorse P32 years have the most complaints?
2004 (2), 2005 (2). See every Workhorse P32 year compared.
What should I do if my 2004 Workhorse P32 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