Defect Description For Recall
Daimler Trucks (Dtna) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2006-2013 Freightliner, Sterling, And Western Star Vehicles, Equipped With Detroit Diesel Epa07 And Epa10, Dd13 And Dd15/16 Engines, Manufactured From January 20, 2006, Through February 20, 2012. The Pump To Rail High Pressure Fuel Line Support System Used On These Engines Is Sensitive To Assembly Torque And May Be Damaged During Service Work. As A Result Of Other Repairs, The Line Supports May Loosen, Potentially Leading To Fuel Line Cracking And A Fuel Leak.
Make Of Vehicle
STERLING
Model Of Vehicle
9500
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
12V074000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel
Effect Of Defect
A Fuel Leak Could Create A Road Hazard, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash. Also A Fuel Leak In The Presence Of An Ignition Source Can Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dtna Will Notify Owners, And Where Necessary, The High Pressure Fuel Line Support System Will Be Replaced By Dtna Authorized Service Facilities, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On April 27, 2012. Owners May Contact Dtna At 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
103437
Date Owners Notified
20120427
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20120228
Make Campaign Number
12C-2