NHTSA Recall 09V452000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V452000; Date: Nov. 24, 2009
All of the rubber cushions could crack, allowing the air intake duct to fall off of the truck increasing the risk of crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Sterling 360; 2008 Sterling 360; 2009 Sterling 360
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Daimler Trucks North America
Affected Units:: 2,333
Recall Summary:
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 sterling 360 vehicles. The weather resistance properties of the air intake duct rubber cushions is insufficient. During normal vehicle operation, the rubber cushions deteriorate and crack.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace all of the air intake duct rubber cushions with components manufactured to proper specifications. This remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about March 15, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes:
Daimler trucks recall no. Fl-566. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 15, 2010
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