Spring brake modulating valves/bendix
Defect Summary
Certain heavy trucks, shuttle buses, and school buses equipped with bendix modulated spring brake valves. a defect in the modulated spring brake valve casting may cause an intermittent delay in the application of the park brake.
Safety Consequence
The vehicle may rollaway without warning, possibly causing personal injury.
Corrective Action
Freightliner will notify owners and replace the defective valves free of charge. the recall began on june 28, 2006 to freightliner, sterling, and fccc owners. thomas built mailed letters to owners beginning july 27, 2006. this recall has been superseded (replaced) by recall 07v302 (fl-504).
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Freightliner Llc or involving Parking Brake.
FAQ: Recall 06V205000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V205000?
NHTSA recall 06V205000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on June 12, 2006. It addresses: Spring brake modulating valves/bendix. The recall affects approximately 5,243 vehicles, with the defect involving the Parking Brake component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V205000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-477. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.