Recall 06V-030
FREIGHTLINER LLC recalled the 2004 to 2006 Sterling A-Line and 1 other model: Engine and engine cooling.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 06V-030
- Reported
- February 8, 2006
- Vehicles affected
- 5,771 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.
The risk
The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
The fix
Caterpillar, in conjunction with freightliner, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. Owners may call caterpillar at [removed], or freightliner at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Freightliner recall no. Fl-471.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 2004 to 2006
- Sterling L-Line 2004 to 2006