Recall 16V880000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR Defect in 2008-2009 STERLING BULLET
RECALL This recall affects up to 235 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V880000 |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 235 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet 4500 and 5500 cab chassis vehicles manufactured November 1, 2007, to November 7, 2008. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may develop a short circuit.
Safety Consequence
If the alternator develops a short circuit, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-729.
Related Recalls for STERLING
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19V370000 | 2005 STERLING ACTERRA | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK | 741 | |
| 20V214000 | 2007 STERLING AT9500 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 63,175 | |
| 16V418000 | 2009 STERLING BULLET 5500 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 2,601 | |
| 15V361000 | 2009 STERLING BULLET | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 2,601 | |
| 13V605000 | 2009 STERLING BULLET | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | 2,564 | |
| 15V343000 | 2008 STERLING LT8500 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3,200 | |
| 14V080000 | 2008 STERLING LT8500 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3,258 | |
| 12V576000 | 2007 STERLING 360 | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 1,601 | |
| 12V405000 | 2012 STERLING 9500 | EQUIPMENT | 1,663 | |
| 12V074000 | 2011 STERLING 9500 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL | 103,437 |