Defect Description For Recall
Daimler Trucks North America (Dtna) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2009-2012 Freightliner, Sterling, And Western Star Vehicles Manufactured From July 7, 2008, Through December 15, 2011, And Equipped With Perpendicular Air Tank Mounting Brackets. The Air Tank Mounting Brackets May Develop Cracks Which Can Lead To The Air Tank Brackets Separating From The Frame Rail. The Air Tanks May Also Separate From The Vehicle.
Make Of Vehicle
STERLING
Model Of Vehicle
9500
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V405000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
Air Tanks That Become Separated From A Moving Vehicle May Create A Road Debris Hazard, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dtna Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Air Mounting Brackets, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On December 24, 2012. Owners May Contact Daimler Trucks North America Toll Free At 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
20080707
End Of Manufacture
20111215
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1663
Date Owners Notified
20121224
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20120816
Make Campaign Number
FL-631