Unimog U500 2006
Model U500 made in 2006 by Unimog got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning power train .
Model 2006
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | ||||||||||||||||
| 06V457000 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | from 11/01/2003 to 09/30/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 80 | 03/28/2007 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 11/30/2006 | 11/30/2006 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain trucks equipped with the eas transmission option, a programming logic error in the transmission automatic shift system may prevent the vehicle's clutch from disengaging when the vehicle is operated in working group or crawler gear range (low-low range). | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The brake system is not capable of overcoming the engine torque transmitted to the wheel ends when the vehicle is operated in working group or crawler gear range. if the clutch fails to disengage the engine must be shut-down in order to bring the vehicle to a stop potentially resulting in a vehicle crash or personal injury. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will modify the automatic shift system to provide reduced engine torque when the brakes are applied while the vehicle is operated in working group or crawler gear range. the gear shift electronic control unit will be replaced and two relays will be added. the recall began on march 28, 2007. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Freightliner recall no. fl-486.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||