Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet trucks
— Recall Campaign #13V605000
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 recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,564 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V605000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 29, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V605000 |
| Units affected: | 2,564 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- 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.