NHTSA Recall 07V233000: Fuel system, gasoline
WORKHORSE CUSTOM CHASSIS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,174 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Workhorse P42.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V233000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 60701-C |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Report received | June 8, 2007 |
| Owner notification | July 27, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain commercial chassis built with gasoline fuel tanks fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity." fuel spillage during a rollover test exceeded 142g, which does not comply with the standard.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Vehicles will be fitted with a new wide retaining ring and additionally any vehicles built prior to july 1, 2003 will also be fitted with an extra retention clip. The recall began on july 27, 2007. Owners may contact workhorse at 877-294-6773.
Notes
Workhorse recall no. 60701-c.customers may 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V233000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Workhorse P42 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Workhorse W42 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.