Recall 05V-128
FREIGHTLINER LLC recalled the 2003 to 2004 Sterling L-Line: Fuel system, gasoline (delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-128
- Reported
- March 30, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 130 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain car haulers equipped with mbe4000 engines, the clutch control cable may wear a hole into the fuel line, creating a fuel leak.
The risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the fuel line and replace it if necessary free of charge. The recall began on december 8, 2005. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Freightliner recall no.fl-443.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 L-Line 2003 to 2004