This may help some folks with the Workhorse.
NHTSA Action Number :
PE07032
Make/Models: Model/Build Years:
Workhorse W20 2000–2005
Manufacturer :
Workhorse Custom Chassis
Component :
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Summary:
ODI has received reports on model year 2000–2005 Workhorse Chassis recreational vehicles with allegations of overheating disc brake calipers. Owners are claiming that in some cases the brakes begin to drag and lock up. ODI conducted interviews with complainants and several reported that during normal brake pedal applications, the brake linkage binds at a pivot point. The binding may contribute to inadequate release of the calipers causing the calipers to drag and overheat. Some owners also report the brake pedal goes to the floor. Overheating calipers, depending on the severity, may cause brake drag with premature pad wear, brake lockup, wheel end fire and possibly brake fluid boil and evaporation.
For more information, owners may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at (888) 327– 4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.
Compliments of SamAlert GS club.
NHTSA Action Number :
PE07032
Make/Models: Model/Build Years:
Workhorse W20 2000–2005
Manufacturer :
Workhorse Custom Chassis
Component :
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Summary:
ODI has received reports on model year 2000–2005 Workhorse Chassis recreational vehicles with allegations of overheating disc brake calipers. Owners are claiming that in some cases the brakes begin to drag and lock up. ODI conducted interviews with complainants and several reported that during normal brake pedal applications, the brake linkage binds at a pivot point. The binding may contribute to inadequate release of the calipers causing the calipers to drag and overheat. Some owners also report the brake pedal goes to the floor. Overheating calipers, depending on the severity, may cause brake drag with premature pad wear, brake lockup, wheel end fire and possibly brake fluid boil and evaporation.
For more information, owners may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at (888) 327– 4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.
Compliments of SamAlert GS club.