Workhorse W21 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Workhorse W21, across 8 model years (2001–2008). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Workhorse W21 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No W21 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
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 W21 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Workhorse W21 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 W21 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2007 W21 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2006 W21 | 1 | 1 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2005 W21 | 1 | 1 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2004 W21 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2003 W21 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2002 W21 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2001 W21 | 1 | 1 | — | Service Brakes |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Workhorse W21 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (1), 2005 (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 W21?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Workhorse W21 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.