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2001 Workhorse W22 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 14 complaints on file for the 2001 Workhorse W22 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

14

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

2

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2001 compare to other W22 years?

W22 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted130 complaints2000: 1 complaints2001: 14 complaints2002: 76 complaints2003: 130 complaints2004: 107 complaints2005: 22 complaints2006: 8 complaints2007: 6 complaints2008: 4 complaints2009: 2 complaints2011: 0 complaints
W22 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2001 Workhorse W22 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes1393%
Suspension17%

Does the 2001 Workhorse W22 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

09V110000BrakesApril 3, 2009 · 48,876 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

04V084000BrakesFebruary 18, 2004 · 10,235 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN MOTORHOME CHASSIS EQUIPPED WITH BOSCH ZOPS, THE PADS CAN DRAG ON THE ROTOR SURFACE DUE TO THE PIN SLIDE.

Consequence

A HANG UP OR LOCK UP MAY CAUSE THE CALIPERS TO OVER HEAT AND NOT ALLOW THE DRIVER TO STOP SAFELY. THIS COULD CAUSE OVERHEATING OF THE BRAKE CALIPERS WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT, REPAIR AND REPLACE ACCORDING TO THE PROCEDURE DEVELOPED BY BOSCH (SEE CAMPAIGN 03E064000). THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 1-877-294-6773.

01V317000SuspensionOctober 4, 2001 · 5,011 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS. THE REAR AXLE U-BOLTS MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED CORRECTLY DUE TO RANDOM FAILURE OF PRODUCTION TOOLING IN THE SPECIFIED TIME SPAN.

Consequence

LOW U-BOLT TORQUE CAN RESULT IN U-BOLTS COMING LOOSE AND NOT PROPERLY RETAINING THE REAR AXLE TO THE VEHICLE, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE REAR AXLE U-BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN OCTOBER 10, 2001. 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 WORKHORSE AT 1-877-946-7731.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 FLEETWOOD SOUTH WIND RV WITH 2001 WORKHORSE W22 CHASSIS. WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED AN UNUSUAL BURNING ODOR AND THE BRAKES WERE NOT OPERATING AS NORMAL. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THE BRAKE FLUID WAS EXTREMELY LOW AND WAS CAUSING THE BRAKE FAILURE. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 2, 2010 · fire

“WE HAVE A 2001 DUTCHSTAR CLASS A MOTORHOME, BUILT ON WORKHORSE CHASSIS NUMBER 28321. I AM WRITING FOR A NUMBER OF REASONS. THE FIRST BEING THAT I AM REQUESTING INFORMATION ON POSSIBLE RECALLS THAT INCLUDE THIS UNIT. I UNDERSTAND THAT THERE ARE TWO CAMPAIGNS FOR THE 2001 WORKHORSE CHASSIS, NHTSA #…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · July 6, 2004

2001 Workhorse W22 — common questions

Is the 2001 Workhorse W22 reliable?

The record is thin — 14 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2001 W22 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (13 complaints), suspension (1 complaints).

Does the 2001 Workhorse W22 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2001 Workhorse W22. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2001 Workhorse W22 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Workhorse W22 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the W22 years to avoid are 2003, 2004, 2002. The cleanest record among W22 years belongs to 2011.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.