2012 Sterling LT8500 recalls and problems
The 2012 Sterling LT8500 has 1 safety recall. Recall repairs are free at any Sterling dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2012 Sterling LT8500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2012 Sterling LT8500 recalls
Recall 14V-080: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (Daimler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2015 Freightliner 114SD, Cascadia, M2 Business Class, Sterling LT8500, and Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX vehicles manufactured February 19, 2008, through February 11, 2014, and equipped with Cummins Westport Model ISL G and Cummins Westport Model ISX12 G engines. Condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during cold weather conditions and interfere with the proper operation of the intake manifold pressure sensor.
Risk: The sensor malfunction could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
Fix: Cummins and Cummins Westport will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Customers may contact Daimler at 1-800-385-4357 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. Daimler's number for this recall is FL-660.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Sterling LT8500 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Sterling LT8500: 14V-080 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Sterling recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Sterling dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.