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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V605000

2009 Sterling Bullet | 2008 Sterling Bullet — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

Published December 5, 2013 · Recall initiated: November 29, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13V605000, published December 5, 2013 and initiated November 29, 2013. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2009 Sterling Bullet | 2008 Sterling Bullet — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
STERLING
Model
BULLET
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Lot
2009 STERLING BULLET | 2008 STERLING BULLET
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2009 Sterling Bullet | 2008 Sterling Bullet — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V605000 on December 5, 2013. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: STERLING. Model: BULLET.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)