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Unimog recalls

All 5 Unimog safety recalls since model year 2000, in plain English. Latest: Apr 15, 2010.

Latest Unimog recalls

2002–2006 Unimog U500NA

Suspension recall · 10V149
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2002-2006 unimog U500NA type 405.210 and 405.230 trucks.
📅 Apr 15, 2010· 175 vehicles

2003–2006 Unimog U500

Powertrain & transmission recall · 06V457
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…
📅 Nov 30, 2006· 80 vehicles

2003–2005 Unimog U500

Powertrain & transmission recall · 06V237
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…
📅 Jul 3, 2006· 54 vehicles

2003–2004 Unimog U500

Tires recall · 04V537
On certain trucks equipped with michelin 365/85 R20 tires, the tires may not be compatible with the maximum load and maximum speed ratings.
📅 Nov 8, 2004· 45 vehicles

2003 Unimog U500

Lights recall · 03V163
Certain trucks do not comply with several federal standards: (1) the vehicle certification labels, part 567, "certification;" (2) tire labels, federal motor vehicle safety…
📅 May 6, 2003· 28 vehicles

All Unimog recalls

DateRecallVehiclesProblemUnits
2010-04-1510V1492002–2006 Unimog U500NASuspension175
2006-11-3006V4572003–2006 Unimog U500Powertrain & transmission80
2006-07-0306V2372003–2005 Unimog U500Powertrain & transmission54
2004-11-0804V5372003–2004 Unimog U500Tires45
2003-05-0603V1632003 Unimog U500Lights28

FAQ

How many Unimog recalls are there?

There are 5 Unimog vehicle safety recalls for model years 2000 and newer in NHTSA data. The latest was posted Apr 15, 2010.

Are Unimog recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

How do I check if my Unimog has a recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls. You can also browse by model and year below.