Recall 09V-128
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recalled the 2001 to 2007 Sterling Condor: Structure (body).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 09V-128
- Reported
- April 17, 2009
- Vehicles affected
- 2,811 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Daimler trucks is recalling 2,811 my 2001-2007 condor trucks built by american lafrance, freightliner and sterling. The cab mounted bracket attached to the hydraulic cylinder used to raise and lower the cab for maintenance may wear leading to inadequate restraint, allowing the cab to fall forward onto the ground.
The risk
A cab falling forward to the ground unexpectedly may result in personal injury.
The fix
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on september 18, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Daimler trucks recall no. Fl-547.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Sterling Condor 2001 to 2007