NHTSA Recall 06V190000: Electrical system
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 61,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Freightliner Argosy.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V190000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-476 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | June 5, 2006 |
| Owner notification | December 18, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks, the protective cover for the cab power distribution model (pdm) may be missing or improperly installed.
Safety risk
If the protective cover is missing or not positioned correctly, any water intrusion from an open window or windshield leak may seep through the upper dash cover seam and drip onto the pdm. Water on the pdm circuits may cause a short circuit resulting in a fire that could cause personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new cover free of charge. The recall began on december 18, 2006. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-476.customers may also 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 06V190000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Argosy | 2005, 2006 |
| Freightliner Century Class | 2005, 2006 |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2005, 2006 |
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.