- 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
2008 Workhorse W22 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2008 Workhorse W22 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (3) and the fuel system (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2009 for the service brakes, hydraulic. For comparison, the 2007 has 5 and the 2009 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical W22 year, for its age
#307 most complained-about 2008 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2008 Workhorse W22 problems
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2008 Workhorse W22 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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4 complaints about the 2008 Workhorse W22
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
2008 Winnebago on a 2008 w22 workhorse chassis has 26838 miles, required replacement of the front rotors and all of the brake pads. Rotors were actually cracked but not burned requiring replacement *tgw the consumer stated the calipers seized. Also, several brake repair technicians stated the problem was not due to normal failure, but more likely due to the defective calipers. The consumer stated the front seals, rotors, front and rear pads and seal oil cap were replaced. *Jb updated 03/10/11. *Jb
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 workhorse w22 chassis. The contact stated while exiting a parking lot at low speeds, the brakes were depressed and the pedal fell into the floorboard. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where they advised that the hydraulic fluid had overheated and leaked out of the vehicle. The dealer also advised that it would take approximately five days before the parts needed to repair the vehicle would arrive. Instead, the repairs were performed with the same defective parts that were...
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initially on the vehicle. The dealer advised that the new calipers were not yet available to install on the vehicle. The contact stated he would no longer operate the vehicle until repairs were completed due to the nature of the failure. The contact did not feel safe driving the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000. The current mileage was approximately 11,000.
2008 Holiday rambler 34'. Consumer states problem with 2008 w22 workhorse gas tank *tgw the consumer stated the chassis has a 75 gallon gas tank and it was designed to be used as a left or right fill. Since his is a left fill, the manufacturer capped the right side. The consumer stated the cap began to leak. Workhorse paid to have the hose replaced. The consumer believed the hose material was never meant to be used for gasoline. *Jb
Tl*- the contact owns a 2008 workhorse w22 chassis motor home. While driving at 30 mph, the contact engaged the brakes and but they would not release. He had to coast to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership. The vehicle was not repaired at the time the complaint was filed. The failure and current mileages were approximately 15,800.
Workhorse W22: every year compared
All W22 years2008 Workhorse W22 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Workhorse W22 | 4 | 1 | A | |
| 2008 Workhorse R20 | 1 | 1 | - | 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 2008 Workhorse W22
Does the 2008 Workhorse W22 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Workhorse W22: service brakes, hydraulic (April 2009). 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 2008 Workhorse W22?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (3), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 2008 Workhorse W22 had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 17, 2010 and the latest on February 2, 2011. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2008 Workhorse W22 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 83 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Workhorse W22 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 W22 years have the most complaints?
2003 (113), 2004 (92), 2002 (67). See every Workhorse W22 year compared.
What should I do if my 2008 Workhorse W22 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