- 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
2005 Workhorse W18 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2005 Workhorse W18 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in June 2006 for the engine and engine cooling.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical W18 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2005 Workhorse W18 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
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No complaints about the 2005 Workhorse W18 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Workhorse W18: every year compared
All W18 years2005 Workhorse W18 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Workhorse W18 | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 2005 Workhorse W22 | 21 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2005 Workhorse W20 | 3 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Workhorse P32 | 2 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2005 Workhorse W21 | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2005 Workhorse P3500 | 1 | 0 | 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 2005 Workhorse W18
Does the 2005 Workhorse W18 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Workhorse W18: 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.
How many complaints has the 2005 Workhorse W18 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2005 Workhorse W18 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Workhorse W18 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 W18 years have the most complaints?
2007 (2), 2006 (1). See every Workhorse W18 year compared.
What should I do if my 2005 Workhorse W18 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