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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 11V193📅 Mar 25, 2011

2008–2009 Sterling Bullet recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 sterling Bullet vehicles manufactured from october 15, 2007, through november 10, 2008. The left outer tie rod end may fracture due to a misalignment condition. Under certain driving conditions, the misalignment may lead to a weakening and eventual fracture of the left outer tie rod ball stud.

💥 The risk

A fractured tie rod end could cause a loss of directional steering stability increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Daimler trucks will notify owners with a two part letter regarding this recall campaign and to inform owners that the left outer tie rod end will be replaced when replacement parts are available. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 26, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
11V193000
Manufacturer recall #
FL-588
Manufacturer
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Vehicles affected
2,564
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-800-547-0712
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 26, 2011
Built
Oct 15, 2007 – Nov 10, 2008
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Daimler safety recal no. FL-588.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 http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 11V193 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 11V193?

2008–2009 Sterling Bullet. 2,564 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Sterling dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-547-0712.