Workhorse W24 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Workhorse W24, across 5 model years (2000–2006). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is parking brake.
Workhorse W24 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No W24 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 W24 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Brake | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Workhorse W24 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 W24 | 2 | 2 | — | Parking Brake | |
| 2005 W24 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2004 W24 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2003 W24 | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2000 W24 | 1 | 0 | — | Parking Brake |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Workhorse W24 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (2), 2003 (1), 2000 (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 W24?
Parking Brake, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Workhorse W24 have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.