Workhorse P3500 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Workhorse P3500, across 3 model years (2001–2005). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes.
Workhorse P3500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No P3500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 P3500: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2003 P3500: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2001 P3500: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
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 P3500 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Workhorse P3500 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 P3500 | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2003 P3500 | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2001 P3500 | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Workhorse P3500 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (1), 2003 (1), 2001 (1). 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 P3500?
Service Brakes, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Workhorse P3500 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.