2008 Sterling 360 recall: diesel
Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on August 14, 2008. It covers about 146 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 146
- reported
- Aug 14, 2008
- owners notified
- Apr 29, 2009
Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 08V398000
Affected vehicles
- Sterling 360 2008 2008
Questions about recall 08V398000
Is there a recall on the 2008 Sterling 360 diesel?
Yes. Recall 08V398000, reported on August 14, 2008, covers about 146 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V398000?
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.
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.
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