Bosch Brake Recall "¢ Build Dates "¢ VIN Number Ranges

[DriVer]

Dealer Bulletin 50401-C.

New information: The recall affects only those units built between August 10, 2000 thru July 29, 2002.

This bulletin pertains to Model year 2001, 2002, 2003 W series w/last 8 digits in the Vin starting with 5B4 as below.<UL TYPE=SQUARE>
<LI>2001 "¢ 13325068 to 13337849
<LI>2002 "¢ 23336034 to 23356051
<LI>2003 "¢ 33354476 to 33356806[/list]Special "Thank You" to: criscriscola

Current VIN (2003): 33365961
Previous VIN (2001): 13332270

So you see I'm only batting 500.

[DriVer]

Dealer Bulletin 50401-C.

New information: The recall affects only those units built between August 10, 2000 thru July 29, 2002.

This bulletin pertains to Model year 2001, 2002, 2003 W series w/last 8 digits in the Vin starting with 5B4 as below.<UL TYPE=SQUARE>
<LI>2001 "¢ 13325068 to 13337849
<LI>2002 "¢ 23336034 to 23356051
<LI>2003 "¢ 33354476 to 33356806[/list]Special "Thank You" to: criscriscola

Current VIN (2003): 33365961
Previous VIN (2001): 13332270

So you see I'm only batting 500.

[Geechee]

My VIN falls within the sequence "¢ 33354476 to 33356806, however WH says my MH is not included. Where can I find the definitive list chassis VIN's subject to this recall?

[DriVer]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Geeche:
Where can I find the definitive list chassis VINs subject to this recall? <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Call customer service they have you in the computer and they will tell you if you are subject to any recalls.

If you're looking for a definitive list, the list that is here is the best you're going to get.

[Our Cow]

Is this service bulletin available online? What is the problem and what's the fix?

Thanks!

[DriVer]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Our Cow:
Is this service bulletin available online? <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Yes it is however you should have received your recall notice by now if you're affected by the recall.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR> What is the problem and what's the fix? <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>We've written reams of stuff about this problem and solution, just use our "FIND" function up above to find out all about the Bosch brake recall.

[Edmund A Skibinski]

Driver , do you have any idea what it cost Workhorse to do each recall per unit specifically the one pertaining to 50401-C Bosch Brake Recall .

[DriVer]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Our Cow:
Is this service bulletin available online? What is the problem and what's the fix?
<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Here's a reprint of the Service Bulletin:

Report Date : March 4, 2004 at 10:59 PM
NHTSA Campaign ID number : 04V084000

Make / Models : Model/Build Years:
WORKHORSE / W20 2000-2002
WORKHORSE / W22 2000-2002

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V084000
Recall Date : FEB 18, 2004
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 9040
Summary:
ON CERTAIN TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH BOSCH ZOPS, THE PADS CAN DRAG ON THE ROTOR SURFACE DUE TO THE PIN SLIDE.
Consequence:
A HANG UP OR LOCK UP MAY CAUSE THE CALIPERS TO OVER HEAT AND NOT ALLOW THE DRIVER TO STOP SAFELY. THIS COULD CAUSE OVERHEATING OF THE BRAKE CALIPERS WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy:
WORKSHORSE HAS NOT PROVIDED A REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN.
Notes:
WORKHORSE RECALL NO. 50401-C. CUSTOMER'S CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

You will notice in the notice that the NHTSA thinks that we're all running around in Workhorse trailers and then there's the Work"s"horse typo

[DriVer]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Edmund A Skibinski:
... do you have any idea what it cost Workhorse to do each recall per unit specifically the one pertaining to 50401-C Bosch Brake Recall. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>That an excellent question that I can't answer. One thing that is fact is that both Workhorse and Bosch are sharing the cost of the campaign however if pressed to put a percentage on that number, and since WCC is a privately held company, WCC is not releasing that information.

Now you can always play "sleuth" and figure out how much the parts cost because that should be in the public domain and depending on what the labor rate was for the job that would give you a good approximation as to how much one recalled job would cost.

Thanks for the question.

[Our Cow]

DriVer

I'm the 2nd owner and not sure Workhorse knows I own the unit. Tried to call their customer service today and was told it would be a 15 minute wait. I think I'll try www.nhsta.com and see if there is a place there I can check for recalls by VIN.

Thanks for all you info!

[DriVer]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Our Cow:
DriVer

I'm the 2nd owner and not sure Workhorse knows I own the unit. Tried to call their customer service today and was told it would be a 15 minute wait. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>15 minutes isn't a long time, try getting into a queue for computer technical support, you'd be there for a couple of hours.

What's your VIN? We'll figure it out for ya!

[Our Cow]

5B4MP67G223347503

Thank You

[DriVer]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Our Cow:
Thank You <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>You're welcome!

You fall within the period:
<LI>2002 "¢ 23336034 to 23356051
Your chassis: ---&gt; 23347503

Please take the time and call Workhorse Customer Support,(again) give them your serial number and tell them that you are the second owner. They'll get you registered right there and then. Since the recall applies to your chassis they will take care of that for you as well.

[Our Cow]

Thanks again for all your help. Do you think the might do something about my bouncing front end? I talked with a local dealer and they said I had to weigh it and then they would have to drive it to make sure it bounces. It feels like the front shocks are shot. It's okay until you crossover a overpass or something similar and it bounces instead of taking the bump in stride. The coach has about 13500 mile on it. It's okay most of the time but on a recent trip to Durango from Tucson we took a 2 lane road that runs north from Hobbs NM and it bounced so bad we felt unsafe and slowed down to about 50 miles an hour to maintain control of the unit. We were towing a Jeep Wrangler and I'm sure we were not overloaded. I know this is not your problem but I'm just looking for guidance and assistance. Thanks again and Happy Trails!