2008 Sterling 360 Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

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Service brakes, hydraulicReported June 8, 2010 · 278 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 sterling 360 vehicles manufactured from august 8, 2007 through july 31, 2008. The ground harness connector for the ABS hydraulic unit may become corroded due intrusion potentially causing the ABS hydraulic motor to run continuously.
Risk: The ABS hydraulic motor may overheat potentially resulting in a fire.
Remedy: The ground sub harness will be replaced with a properly waterproofed harness. The ABS hydraulic unit and the connector terminals will be inspected for damage and corrosion and if necessary replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on october 19, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 10V249000 · Recall details

EquipmentReported November 24, 2009 · 2,333 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 sterling 360 vehicles. The weather resistance properties of the air intake duct rubber cushions is insufficient. During normal vehicle operation, the rubber cushions deteriorate and crack.
Risk: All of the rubber cushions could crack, allowing the air intake duct to fall off of the truck increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all of the air intake duct rubber cushions with components manufactured to proper specifications. This remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about march 15, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 09V452000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: dieselReported August 14, 2008 · 146 vehicles affected

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 · Recall details

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Is the 2008 Sterling 360 reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2008 Sterling 360.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Sterling 360?

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How many recalls does the 2008 Sterling 360 have?

3 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, equipment and engine and engine cooling.

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