Workhorse Motor Works C1000s recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

September 21, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Workhorse Group Inc. recalls 2020–2021 Workhorse Motor Works C1000s, C1000m, C650

Recall number

21V731000

Brand / firm

Workhorse Motor Works

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 41 units

Why it was recalled

Vehicles that do not meet all safety standards have an increased risk of injury, crash, or fire.

What was recalled

Workhorse Group Inc. (Workhorse) is recalling certain 2020-2021 C1000M, C1000S and 2020 C650 vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with multiple Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, including numbers 101, "Control and Displays," 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems," 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars," and 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

What to do

Dealers will replace the headlamp switch cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 13, 2022. Owners may contact Workhorse's customer service at 1-513-360-4704.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.