Recall 13V605000: 2008–2009 Sterling Bullet

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Nov 29, 2013
Vehicles affected
2,564
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet trucks manufactured October 15, 2007, through November 10, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the left outer tie rod ball stud may fracture.

The risk

A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod assembly with a redesigned assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2015. Customers may contact DTNA at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-655.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2008 Sterling Bullet
  • 2009 Sterling Bullet

Details

NHTSA campaign
13V605000
Manufacturer campaign
FL-655
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Owner letters
Jul 24, 2015
Components
Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly (Steering)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology