Daimler Truck Unimog recall: Faulty software in the transmission control module
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The transmission-reversing group may be switched from hydrostatic to manual transmission unintentionally.
- What to do
- Contact a Daimler Truck dealer to book the free repair. Software update of the transmission control unit.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The transmission-reversing group may be switched from hydrostatic to manual transmission unintentionally.
The fix
Software update of the transmission control unit.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unimog | 1 Jan 2013 | 30 Jun 2019 | 17 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 18 September 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.