Recall 08V398000: 2008 Sterling 360

Report received

Aug 14, 2008

Manufacturer

Daimler trucks north america

Potentially affected

146vehicles

Model years

2008

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

Daimler trucks is recalling 146 my 2008 sterling 360 trucks. Improperly aligned bolt holes on the turbocharger mounting bracket may lead to cracking in the turbocharger housing.

Possible consequence

Exhaust gases can be released from the crack in the turbocharger housing, which in the worst case, could potentially lead to a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the installation and the turbocharger bracket will be replaced with a redesigned bracket, which alleviates the bolt hole misalignment. The recall is expected to begin on or before march 13, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Affected model years

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

• 2008 Sterling 3600 complaints