MYRModel Year Report

2005 Workhorse W22

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2005 Workhorse W22
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:02:54.718Z

Only 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Workhorse W22 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2000: 1 complaints 2000 2001: 10 complaints 2002: 67 complaints 2002 2003: 113 complaints 2004: 92 complaints 2004 2005: 21 complaints 2005 2006: 8 complaints 2006 2007: 5 complaints 2008: 4 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2011
2005: 21 complaints
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YearComplaints
20001
200110
200267
2003113
200492
200521
20068
20075
20084
20092
20110

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

18 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 NATIONAL SEA BREEZE LX RV WITH A WORKHORSE W22 CHASSIS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA ID NUMBER: 09V110000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) AND THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL IN 2010.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110211

2005 WORKHORSE W22 MOTORHOME. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO RECALL CONCERNING STICKING BRAKE CALIPERS *TGW WHILE REPLACING THE CALIPERS, THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THREE OF THE BRAKE ROTORS WERE CRACKED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120314

MY BRAKE DOES NOT RETURN TO THE REST POSITION AFTER USE AT THE SPEED IT ONCE DID. IT TAKES 1 TO 3 SECONDS. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20080117

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 21 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 21 total reports mentions: service brakes.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 WORKHORSE W22 RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, HE SMELLED BURNING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THEY NEEDED TO REPLACE THE BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLIES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120816

PARKING BRAKE

1 of 21 total reports mentions: parking brake.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 21 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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THE INSTRUMENT LED STARTED TO MALFUNCTION .CAN'T READ WHAT GEAR THE MOTORHOME IS IN OR ANY OF THE OTHER FUNCTIONS THAT ARE DISPLAYED,OIL PRESSURE, LOW OIL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150218

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20060522 — steering

CERTAIN CHASSIS MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH INCORRECT STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFTS. THE SPLINE CAN STRIP WHILE THE STEERING WHEEL IS BEING TURNED.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 06V148000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060901 — engine and engine cooling

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 FRACTUR

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 06V225000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20071116 — EA (closed 20090819)

OVERHEATING DISC BRAKE CALIPER

R 20100916 — service brakes, hydraulic

NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR MY 2001-2008 WORKHORSE W20, W21 AND W22 CHASSIS AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2011 MONACO RV ADMIRAL, ARISTA, MONARCH, AND RIPTIDE RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

Remedy: WORKHORSE DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FOUR BOSCH BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 1-877-246-7731.

Campaign 09V110000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Workhorse W22 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (18 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V148000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06V225000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09V110000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2005 Workhorse W22 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Workhorse W22?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic, accounting for 86% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Workhorse W22 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.