Sterling Bullet

Model Bullet made by Sterling got 2 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and steering. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling and steering.

Model 2008

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
09V074000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 01/01/2007 to 11/05/2007V (Vehicle)4604/15/2009MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA03/06/200903/06/2009
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks is recalling 46 my 2008 sterling bullet trucks equipped with dash silencer pad that could sag and come in contact with an exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler in the engine compartment.
Consequence SummaryThis could result in an engine compartment fire.
Corrective SummaryDealers will add a bracket to support the engine compartment silencer pad adjacent to the egr cooler. the recall is expected to begin during may 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDaimler trucks recall no. fl-546.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
11V193000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 10/15/2007 to 11/10/2008V (Vehicle)256403/26/2011MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA03/23/201103/25/2011
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 sterling bullet vehicles manufactured from october 15, 2007, through november 10, 2008. the left outer tie rod end may fracture due to a misalignment condition. under certain driving conditions, the misalignment may lead to a weakening and eventual fracture of the left outer tie rod ball stud.
Consequence SummaryA fractured tie rod end could cause a loss of directional steering stability increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDaimler trucks will notify owners with a two part letter regarding this recall campaign and to inform owners of the upcoming remedy correction when replacement parts are available. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on march 26, 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDaimler safety recal no. fl-588.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
SB-49-1303/01/201110038247Ready06/14/2011
SB-49-1303/01/201110038247Daimler trucks: there are new cgi bellows, because the current ones are prone to failure. *rm06/14/2011
STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
FL-588-A04/01/201110039655Ready08/08/2011
FL-588-A04/01/201110039655Daimler truck service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. a misalignment condition may cause the left outer tie rod may fracture. a tie rod fracture may cause the vehicle to lose stability. *rm08/08/2011
SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE
SB-31-0406/01/200910030459Sterling: six piece bolted service crossmembers are an improved,more durable service replacement for five-piece welded crossmembers, or bolted five -piece service crossmembers, to be used with steel frame rails. no model years listed.10/07/2009