Recall 13V-605: 2008–2009 Sterling Bullet

Daimler Trucks North America recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Nov 29, 2013, covering about 2,564 vehicles.

NHTSA number
13V-605
Report date
Nov 29, 2013
Vehicles affected
2,564
Owners notified
Jul 24, 2015

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America
ComponentSteering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number13V605000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Sterling Bullet2008, 2009All 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 13V-605?

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.

How is recall 13V-605 fixed?

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.

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.