Defect Description For Recall
Daimler Trucks North America Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2007 Sterling 360 Trucks Manufactured From January 25, 2006, Through January 22, 2007; And Equipped With An Epa04 4M50 Engine. The Fuel Lines May Crack Due To An Improper Manufacturing Process. Additionally, The Fuel Pipe Flare Nuts May Have Been Insufficiently Tightened.
Make Of Vehicle
STERLING
Model Of Vehicle
360
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
12V576000
Component Description
Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Cracked Fuel Pipes Or Loose Fuel Pipe Flare Nuts May Leak Fuel. A Fuel Leak In The Presence Of An Ignition Source May Result In A Vehicle Fire.
Fix Defect
Daimler Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Fuel Lines And Tighten Or Replace Them As Needed, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On February 5, 2013. Owners May Contact Daimler Trucks At 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
20060125
End Of Manufacture
20070122
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1601
Date Owners Notified
20130205
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20121211
Make Campaign Number
FL-636