Defect Description For Recall
Daimler Trucks Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2006 Through 2010 Heavy Trucks Manufactured Between January 17, 2006 And March 31, 2009, Equipped With Epa07 Model Mbe4000 Engines Built With Plastic Low Pressure Fuel Lines. The Plastic Lines May Experience Leaks Due To Fatigue Cracks Caused By Stress And Vibration Combined With High Internal Pressure.
Make Of Vehicle
STERLING
Model Of Vehicle
9500
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
09V391000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
If A Diesel Fuel Leak Continues Undetected Under Certain Conditions Fuel May Ignite On A Hot Engine Surface And/Or Fuel May Spill On The Road Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Daimler Trucks Will Notify Owners And The Remedy Will Be Performed By Detroit Diesel Corporation Authorized Repair Facilities And Direct Warranty Customers. The Safety Recall Began On May 7, 2010. Owners May Contact Daimler Trucks At 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
20060117
End Of Manufacture
20090331
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
10185
Date Owners Notified
20100507
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20091006
Make Campaign Number
09C-2