This was the first of four incidents, where the starter switch failed. The last time was on march 4, 2014. On the last two occasions, we were driving on the highway at approx. 55 Miles an hour and the engine stopped. No warning, what so ever. All of a sudden, we had no power. We were able to coast to the side of the road. When this happens in a 34 foot motorhome, it's frightening to say the least. In all four incidents, the motorhome ignition switch was replaced, but it keeps happening. The consumer stated the last 2 times,the key turned off by itself and the engine shut off, while driving 55 mph. Updated 04/02/14
Vehicle safety record
2001 Workhorse P3500 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Workhorse P3500 with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical P3500 year, for its age
#442 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Workhorse P3500 problems
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No recalls for the 2001 Workhorse P3500
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Workhorse P3500. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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1 complaints about the 2001 Workhorse P3500
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Workhorse P3500: every year compared
All P3500 years2001 Workhorse P3500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Workhorse P3500 | 1 | 0 | C | |
| 2001 Workhorse W22 | 10 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Workhorse P320032 | 5 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Workhorse P320042 | 2 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Workhorse W20 | 2 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Workhorse W21 | 1 | 1 | D | 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 2001 Workhorse P3500
Does the 2001 Workhorse P3500 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Workhorse P3500 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Workhorse P3500?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Workhorse P3500 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 9, 2014 and the latest on March 9, 2014. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Workhorse P3500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Workhorse P3500 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 P3500 years have the most complaints?
2001 (1), 2003 (1), 2005 (1). See every Workhorse P3500 year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Workhorse P3500 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