NHTSA recall 06V190000
Electrical system
Freightliner Argosy and 2 more
Reported Jun 5, 200661,000 vehicles affectedFREIGHTLINER LLCMaker’s number FL-476Built Sep 7, 2004 – Oct 17, 2005
The defect
On certain trucks, the protective cover for the cab power distribution model (pdm) may be missing or improperly installed.
The risk
If the protective cover IS missing or not positioned correctly, any water intrusion from an open window or windshield leak may seep through the upper dash cover seam and drip onto the pdm. water on the pdm circuits may cause a short circuit resulting in a fire that could cause personal injury.
The remedy
Dealers will install a new cover free of charge. the recall began on december 18, 2006. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.