Recall 09V087000: 2008–2009 Sterling L-Line and 1 other model

Report received

Mar 13, 2009

Manufacturer

Daimler trucks north america

Potentially affected

14vehicles

Model years

2008–2009

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

Caterpillar is recalling 14 my 2008-2009 sterling a-line & l-line trucks equipped with caterpillar engine. The aftertreatment regeneration device (ard) may develop a hole and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particular filter.

Possible consequence

This condition could result in a fire.

Remedy

Daimler trucks is working with caterpillar (please see 08e-069). Owners may contact caterpillar at-1-800-447-4986 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Affected model years

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

• 2008 Sterling A-Line1 complaints
• 2009 Sterling A-Line0 complaints
• 2008 Sterling L-Line0 complaints
• 2009 Sterling L-Line1 complaints