NHTSA Recall 06V237000: Clutch assembly (power train)
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 54 vehicles. It affects 2003–2005 Unimog U500.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V237000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-478 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › CLUTCH ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | July 3, 2006 |
| Owner notification | August 24, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with automatic shift, air may leak into the clutch hydraulic system at the central release bearing seal preventing the clutch from opening completely and potentially preventing the transmission from shifting into neutral.
Safety risk
Failure of the clutch to open completely or the transmission to shift into neutral could make the vehicle difficulty to bring to a complete stop or cause the vehicle to roll forward while stopped increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the central release bearing and update the clutch actuation electronic control unit (ECU) software free of charge. The recall began on august 24, 2006. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-478.customers can 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 06V237000
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.