2002-2006 Unimog U500NA recall: control arm
Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on April 15, 2010. It covers about 175 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 175
- reported
- Apr 15, 2010
- owners notified
- Jun 2, 2010
Suspension: front: control arm
- What is wrong
- Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2002-2006 unimog u500na type 405.210 and 405.230 trucks. A weld connecting the transverse control arm eyes to the control arm tube may not be to specification, potentially allowing the eye to separate from the tube without warning under severe driving conditions.
- Risk
- Unexpected separation of the transverse control arm eyes from the control arm tube may cause a loss of vehicle control potentially resulting in a crash and personal injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the front and rear suspension transverse control arms and improper welded transverse control arms will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on june 2, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 10V149000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 10V149000
Is there a recall on the 2002-2006 Unimog U500NA control arm?
Yes. Recall 10V149000, reported on April 15, 2010, covers about 175 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 10V149000?
Dealers will inspect the front and rear suspension transverse control arms and improper welded transverse control arms will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on june 2, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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