2000 Workhorse P320032 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 5, 2009 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other P320032 years
Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Workhorse P320032. That ranks 2nd out of 4 P320032 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (3 complaints, 38%), typically at around 33,750 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 Workhorse P320032 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic3 · ~33,750 mi
Electrical System2 · ~5,000 mi
Parking Brake2 · ~40,981 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic338%33,750——
Electrical System225%5,000——
Parking Brake225%40,981——
Fuel System, Gasoline113%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2003, with 2 complaints
2002: 1200212003: 2200322004: 1200412005: 1200512007: 1200712009: 220092

n = 8 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 Workhorse P320032 recalls (1)

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Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipMay 15, 2000 · NHTSA campaign 00V139000 · 476 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: motor home and commercial chassis equipped with jb8 power hydraulic brake option. An incorrect anti-lock brake control module was installed on these vehicles. The incorrect module does not reduce brake power to the rear axle brakes.

Risk: In the event of a anti-lock module failure, the additional brake power can cause the rear wheels to lock up causing rear tire skid.

Fix: Dealers will replace the anti-lock brake module.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 workhorse p31 chassis (na). The contact stated that the brake pedal sporadically softens due to the brake fluid boiling. In addition, the calipers become stuck in the applied position. As a result, abnormal heat generation occurs at the wheel end and causes the brakes to…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Jun 5, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10272932

On may 14, 2009 while on route 15 near frederick,md driver noticed that brake pedal went to floor when depressed with reduced braking. The feel of the brake pedal was as if there was a leak in the hydraulic braking system. An inspection by a mechanic indicated that the front calipers had locked up…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received May 25, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10269851

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 workhorse p320032. While driving 35 mph, the driver side tire began to skid. The contact inspected the vehicle and believed that the rear driver side brakes locked. As of september 19, 2007, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. The manufacturer stated that his vin…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Sep 19, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10203416

Dt: the emergency brake comes on if one loses electrical contact or a fuse blows out. This has happened twice while driving. There is no safety feature to prevent this from happening. This is no indication that this is happening. This happened in 2000 and the brake circuit was changed. And happened…

Electrical System · received May 23, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10121905

Automatic park warning light came on on dashboard of my 2000 workhorse p-32 chassis motorhome. Drove to a dealer who diagnosed problem as a failure of the high pressure switch, part number 15961566. Total failure causes lock up of brake and immobilizes the vehicle. Part replaced by dealer (at my…

Parking Brake · received Jul 31, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10083072

Other Workhorse P320032 years

← 1999 P320032 · 2001 P320032 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2002 P320032160
2001 P32003251
200081
1999 P32003211

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Workhorse P320032?

Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system, parking brake problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Workhorse P320032?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2000 Workhorse P320032 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other P320032 model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.