2005 WORKHORSE W24 Recalls (2)

Campaign:

06V148000 on 05/02/2006

Component:

Steering

Manufactured:

04/27/2005 - 03/14/2006

Affected:

3,881

Defect:

Certain chassis may have been equipped with incorrect steering intermediate shafts. the spline can strip while the steering wheel is being turned.

Consequence:

This steering condition could increase the risk of a crash.

Correction:

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.

Notes:

Workhorse recall no. 20601-c.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

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Campaign:

06V225000 on 06/20/2006

Component:

Engine and engine cooling

Manufactured:

05/12/2003 - 06/28/2006

Affected:

30,335

Defect:

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.

Consequence:

In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.

Correction:

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.

Notes:

Workhorse recall no. 60601c.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

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