2001 Workhorse P320032 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 13, 2010 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other P320032 years
Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Workhorse P320032. That ranks 3rd out of 4 P320032 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is parking brake (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 6,757 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. 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 2001 Workhorse P320032 problems

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

Parking Brake2 · ~6,757 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2 · ~22,500 mi
Electrical System1 · ~21,100 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Parking Brake240%6,757——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic240%22,500——
Electrical System120%21,100——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2010, with 2 complaints
2003: 1200312004: 1200412008: 1200812010: 220102

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Workhorse P320032 recalls (1)

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Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly:u-bolt, leaf spring to axleOct 4, 2001 · NHTSA campaign 01V317000 · 5,011 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: motor home and commercial chassis. The rear axle u-bolts may not be tightened correctly due to random failure of production tooling in the specified time span.

Risk: Low u-bolt torque can result in u-bolts coming loose and not properly retaining the rear axle to the vehicle, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.

Fix: Dealers will tighten the rear axle u-bolts. Owner notification is expected to begin october 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact workhorse at 1-877-946-7731.

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.

Vehicle stopped dead no electrical smoke came from under dash. Would no start after that. *tr

Electrical System · received Sep 13, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10355313

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 workhorse allegra rv with a p32 model chassis. The contact stated while attempting to brake from 35 mph, the brakes would not engage. The vehicle was moved off the roadway where the contact found that the rear calipers and rotors had overheated. The failure caused the…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Jun 22, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10339514

I have a 2001 motor home on a workhorse chassis and have a sever brake problem. When you apply the brakes, only the front brakes tries to stop the coach, then you smell the pads getting hot and the peddle goes to the floor and you have to pump them to stop. I have put brand new shoes , calipers…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received May 27, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10228964

My one-month-old 2001 workhorse/chevrolet 18,000 gvw chassis motorhome had partial failure of its autopark braking system. There were very unsettling noises while driving. My inspection revealed leaking brake/trans fluid. Personally performed a temporary fix by attempting to tighten fittings and…

Parking Brake · received Apr 28, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10067980

Parking brake system on workhorse p32 chassis locks up and cannot be released. This is an electronic transmission braking system.*ak

Parking Brake · received Dec 19, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10050816

Other Workhorse P320032 years

← 2000 P320032 · 2002 P320032 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2002 P320032160
200151
2000 P32003281
1999 P32003211

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Workhorse P320032?

Owners most often report parking brake, service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system problems. The top one, parking brake, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Workhorse P320032?

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

Was the 2001 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 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.