Recall 09V-074: 2008 Sterling Bullet

DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Mar 6, 2009, covering about 46 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-074
Report date
Mar 6, 2009
Vehicles affected
46
Owners notified
Apr 15, 2009

The problem

Daimler 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.

The risk

This could result in an engine compartment fire.

The fix

Dealers 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.

Notes

Daimler 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V074000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Sterling Bullet2008All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 09V-074?

Daimler 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.

How is recall 09V-074 fixed?

Dealers 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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.