2006 Workhorse W24 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other W24 years
- Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Workhorse W24. That is the most of any W24 model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is parking brake (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 18,083 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Workhorse W24 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Brake | 1 | 50% | 18,083 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 50% | 69,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Workhorse W24 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: On certain motor home and truck chassis equipped with general motors 8.1l v8 engines, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.
Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clips on these engines free of charge. The recall began on september 1, 2006. Owners may contact workhorse at 877-294-6773.
Steering
Problem: Certain chassis may have been equipped with incorrect steering intermediate shafts. The spline can strip while the steering wheel is being turned.
Risk: This steering condition could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering intermediate shafts. The recall began on may 22, 2006. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-294-6773.
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.
The contact owns a 2007 Itasca Suncruiser built on a 2006 Workhorse W24 Chassis. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the propane alarm sounded. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact stated that upon inspecting the propane tank, he noticed that the bracket…
Workhorse w-24 park brake one time use for emergency then fails without warning who was the idiot that approved such a system most of the general motors coaches are without any emergency or park brakes ,you can not repair crap that will not wok as designed with a failure rate of 100% within three…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Workhorse W24?
Owners most often report parking brake, structure problems. The top one, parking brake, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Workhorse W24?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 Workhorse W24 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other W24 model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.