2006 Unimog U500NA recalls and problems

The 2006 Unimog U500NA has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Unimog dealer.

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Complaints
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2006 Unimog U500NA vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Unimog U500NA recalls

Recall 10V-149: Suspension

Reported Apr 15, 2010 · 175 vehicles affected · DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

Problem: 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.

Fix: 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.

2006 Unimog U500NA problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Unimog U500NA complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Nov 17, 2011
Your web pages at safercar.gov list both an unimog u500 and a unimog u500na (North america -- as opposed to european) models. The u500 and u500na models are in fact the same and should not have separate listings. Searching for one model will give incomplete results as some of the data is divided into two categories - when it's the same vehicle. (By the way - the incident info is ficticious as the form required it the fields!)

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Unimog U500NA have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Unimog U500NA: 10V-149 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Unimog U500NA?

Owners report air bags problems most often (1 reports).

Are Unimog recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Unimog dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.