Workhorse Chassis Problems by Year
NHTSA has 56 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Workhorse Chassis, across 2 model years (2003–2004). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (34). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Workhorse Chassis years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Chassis model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 Chassis: 34 complaints, 1 recall
- 2003 Chassis: 22 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Workhorse Chassis problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 40 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Workhorse Chassis model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Chassis | 34 | 1 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2003 Chassis | 22 | 1 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Workhorse Chassis years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2004 (34), 2003 (22). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Workhorse Chassis?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 40 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Workhorse Chassis have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.