How many recalls does the 2002 Workhorse W42 have?

The 2002 Workhorse W42 has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2002 Workhorse W42 has an open recall?

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2002 Workhorse W42 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2002 Workhorse W42 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 4,174 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 07V233000 2007-06-08 4,174 affected

Defect

CERTAIN COMMERCIAL CHASSIS BUILT WITH GASOLINE FUEL TANKS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." FUEL SPILLAGE DURING A ROLLOVER TEST EXCEEDED 142G, WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD.

Consequence

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

Remedy

VEHICLES WILL BE FITTED WITH A NEW WIDE RETAINING RING AND ADDITIONALLY ANY VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO JULY 1, 2003 WILL ALSO BE FITTED WITH AN EXTRA RETENTION CLIP. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 27, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 877-294-6773.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2002 Workhorse W42 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.