Recall 08V-398
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recalled the 2008 Sterling 360: Engine and engine cooling (engine, diesel).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 08V-398
- Reported
- August 14, 2008
- Vehicles affected
- 146 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Daimler trucks is recalling 146 my 2008 sterling 360 trucks. Improperly aligned bolt holes on the turbocharger mounting bracket may lead to cracking in the turbocharger housing.
The risk
Exhaust gases can be released from the crack in the turbocharger housing, which in the worst case, could potentially lead to a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the installation and the turbocharger bracket will be replaced with a redesigned bracket, which alleviates the bolt hole misalignment. The recall is expected to begin on or before march 13, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Daimler trucks recall no. Fl-535.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 360 2008