How many recalls does the 2005 Workhorse W22 have?

The 2005 Workhorse W22 has 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2005 Workhorse W22 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2005 Workhorse W22?

Of 22 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic.

2005 Workhorse W22 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2005 Workhorse W22 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 83,092 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes, hydraulic. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 09V110000 2009-04-03 48,876 affected

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…

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.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 06V225000 2006-06-20 30,335 affected

Defect

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…

Consequence

IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD RESULT.

Remedy

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.

STEERING 06V148000 2006-05-02 3,881 affected

Defect

CERTAIN CHASSIS MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH INCORRECT STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFTS. THE SPLINE CAN STRIP WHILE THE STEERING WHEEL IS BEING TURNED.

Consequence

THIS STEERING CONDITION COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 1-877-294-6773.

Complaints by component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

PARKING BRAKE

SERVICE BRAKES

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Total complaints22

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 workhorse w22 rv. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, he smelled burning from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who stated that they needed to replace the brake caliper assemblies. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2012-07-11

“2005 workhorse w22 motorhome. Consumer writes in regards to recall concerning sticking brake calipers *tgw while replacing the calipers, the mechanic discovered that three of the brake rotors were cracked. The consumer felt it was a premature failure of the brake rotors and constituted a safety…”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2012-03-01

“I had new tires put on this motorhome and the mechanic showed me front rotors were both cracked and reminded me of the bosch caliper recall. I checked my vin # on workhorse web site and it showed the recall for my chassis. I took it to bob stall chevrolet in san diego to handle the recall. I was…”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2011-10-21

“The instrument led started to malfunction .can't read what gear the motorhome is in or any of the other functions that are displayed,oil pressure, low oil. It started gradually now its to the point that you can't read the display especially what gear (reverse .neutral,drive). Someone can get…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2011-07-01

“The instrument led started to malfunction .can't read what gear the motorhome is in or any of the other functions that are displayed,oil pressure, low oil. It started gradually now its to the point that you can't read the display especially what gear (reverse .neutral,drive). Someone can get…”

VISIBILITY/WIPER · reported 2011-07-01

“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 monaco simba rv equipped with a workhorse chassis w22. There was a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number: 09v110000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the contact was informed by the dealer that the part needed for recall repairs was on a massive backorder.…”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2010-09-28

“Consumer writes regarding 2005 workhorse chassis recall *tgw the consumer stated when he took the rv in for service, he advised the technician that there was an odor and smoke coming from the brake system during light and heavy braking. After inspection, the technician determined the brake…”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2010-09-27

“Letter from congressman davis on behalf of constituent requesting a recall on his 2006 fleetwood that he purchased from rv service & accessories of tennessee (dot/I 2010-2160-respond to rockwood, tn office) *tgw the consumer experienced complete brake failure at 11,990 miles. The consumer stated…”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2010-08-09