Recall 01V363000: 1999–2001 Sterling Acterra

Report received

Nov 29, 2001

Manufacturer

Freightliner corporation

Potentially affected

219vehicles

Model years

1999–2001

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain trucks, the welds that attach the rear suspension control rod brackets to the axle housing may not meet specifications.

Possible consequence

A weld could fracture, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the rear suspension bracket welds to determine if they meet specifications and re-weld if necessary. Owner notification began july 31, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1999 Sterling Acterra0 complaints
• 2000 Sterling Acterra0 complaints
• 2001 Sterling Acterra0 complaints