Does the 2011 Workhorse W42 have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2011 Workhorse W42 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Workhorse dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2011 Workhorse W42?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2011 Workhorse W42 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2011 Workhorse W42. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Workhorse been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Workhorse dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2011 Workhorse W42 recalls, newest first

February 20, 2013NHTSA 13V0540003,226 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes

Summary: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Workhorse Custom Chassis W42 and W62 vehicles, manufactured from July 18, 2011, through July 12, 2012, and equipped with hydraulic brakes. The brake fluid level indicator (FLI) may not properly detect a low brake fluid level situation and warn the driver.
Consequence: Without a warning, the driver may be unaware that the brake fluid level is low. A low brake fluid level may reduce the available braking force which could lengthen the required stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FLI switch free of charge. The safety recall began on April 26, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's recall campaign number is 51301-C.
Components: Service brakes; Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 15, 2011NHTSA 11V32600046 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 W42 and W46 workhorse chassis manufactured from January 1, 2011, through may 25, 2011. The steering wheel components do not meet design specifications. As a result, the steering wheel inner piece may separate from the outer piece, which may decrease the driver's ability to control the vehicle.
Consequence: Decreased driver control may increase the risk of a crash resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners and dealers will replace the suspect steering wheel free of charge. The safety recall began on August 12, 2011. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2011 Workhorse W42 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2011 Workhorse W42 have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2011 Workhorse W42 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Workhorse dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2011 Workhorse W42?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.