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2004 Workhorse W22 problems, complaints & recalls

Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes, Hydraulic (63) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper (7) · Service Brakes (3)

🧭 Reliability snapshot

48 /100
⚠ Known trouble spots — research carefully

Compared against other Workhorse W22 model years — complaint volume vs the model's median year, recalls and severity. How we score →

🛣️ Complaints by mileage

<25k miles: 45 complaints 45 <25k 25–50k miles: 18 complaints 25–50k 50–75k miles: 1 complaints 50–75k 75–100k miles: 0 complaints 75–100k 100–125k miles: 0 complaints 100–125k 125–150k miles: 0 complaints 125–150k 150k+ miles: 0 complaints 150k+

64 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.

92
Complaints
0
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
0
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
0
Deaths

Safety recalls (0)

No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).

What owners report

2023-07-06 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 23,022 mi

“the contact owns a 2004 workhorse w22. the contact stated that after the rv was stored for several years, the contact learned that the brakes had seized. the contact then became aware that the rv was included in a recall. the rv was taken to the dealer and repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 09v110000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the rv e…”

2022-09-28 · Service Brakes, Air:disc:caliper · 60,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2004 workhorse w22 rv. the contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph, the brakes heated up and seized. the contact stated that the abs warning light was illuminated. the contact pulled over and smelled a burning odor. the contact stated that he waited for over one hour for the brakes to cool and then he continued driving …”

2022-09-07 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 30,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2004 newmar kountry built on a 2004 workhorse w22 chassis. the contact stated while driving 70 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond as needed. the contact was able to continue driving. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on four occasions where the brake pads were replaced four times however, the …”

2018-04-03 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:wheel Speed Sensor/Tone Ring · 21,960 mi

“2004 chevrolet gulf stream. consumer writes in regards to brake system recall repair issues - right front caliper/abs sensor replacements. *smd *tr…”

2016-07-11 · Service Brakes · 17,000 mi

“2000 miles after recall was fixed when brakes applied steering wheel pulls your hands off and goes to the right and cant keep it in the road.…”

2014-09-25 · Service Brakes · 19,870 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2004 workhorse w22 chassis motorhome. the contact stated that while traveling approximately 15 mph, the brakes failed and the pedal sank to the floor. the contact had to apply the emergency brake in order to stop the vehicle. the authorized dealer was not able to provide a remedy. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact was…”

2013-09-27 · Service Brakes · 23,000 mi · 🔥 fire

“tl* the contact owns a 2004 fleet wood motor home equipped with a workhorse w22 chassis. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle started to decelerate. after inspecting the vehicle, he noticed that the rear brakes were on fire. the contact was able to contain the fire by using an extinguisher. the vehicle was towed to the dealer w…”

2013-03-26 · Service Brakes, Air:disc:caliper · 12,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2004 georgi boy cruse master rv equipped with a 2004 workhorse w22 chassis. the contact was driving approximately 55 mph when the brake pedal was engaged and the vehicle failed to decelerate. the contact was able to reduce speed after applying the brakes repeatedly and to a complete stop. after thirty minutes the vehicle resu…”

2011-11-04 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic

“2004 georgie boy cruise master class a motor home on a 2004 workhorse chassis. consumer writes in regards to problem with brakes *tgw the consumer stated the problem first began in september 2007, when the brakes began overheating and smoking. the consumer had the rv towed . workhorse paid part of the bill because the rv was still under warranty. …”

2011-04-26 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

“2005 damon challenger rv on a 2004 w22 workhorse chassis. consumer states the hydraulic brake line is in contact with the exhaust system on both sides of the unit (rear axle) *tgw…”

Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.

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