Recall 05V-126
FREIGHTLINER LLC recalled the 2001 to 2004 Sterling A-Line and 2 other models: Engine and engine cooling (cooling system, fan).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-126
- Reported
- March 30, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 3,568 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain trucks and fire trucks equipped with kys 4735-43782-02 engine cooling fans and built on caterpillar 3126, c7, mbe906, mbe926, or cummins isc engines, the steel fan insert on the cooling fans can crack.
The risk
This can result in fan breakage, resulting in vehicle damage or personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the engine cooling fan free of charge. The recall began on june 8, 2005. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Freightliner recall no. Fl-439.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Sterling A-Line 2001 to 2004
- Sterling Acterra 2001 to 2004
- Sterling L-Line 2001 to 2004