Check a VIN

2003-2004 Sterling L-Line recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Freightliner LLC reported this safety recall on March 30, 2005. It covers about 130 vehicles.

vehicles affected
130
reported
Mar 30, 2005
owners notified
Dec 8, 2005

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong
On certain car haulers equipped with mbe4000 engines, the clutch control cable may wear a hole into the fuel line, creating a fuel leak.
Risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel line and replace it if necessary free of charge. The recall began on december 8, 2005. Owners should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 05V128000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V128000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Sterling L-Line hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 05V128000, reported on March 30, 2005, covers about 130 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V128000?

Dealers will inspect the fuel line and replace it if necessary free of charge. The recall began on december 8, 2005. Owners should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used Sterling L-Line?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history