1998 Sterling A-Line recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 1998 Sterling A-Line, covering 15,735 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Suspension: front: hub
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
- Risk
- Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both front hubs. Owner notification is expected to begin on or before september 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 03V112000 · Recall details
Steering: linkages
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: conventional heavy duty trucks. The tie rod cross tubes could fracture due to fatigue caused by a system resonance.
- Risk
- Loss of steering control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove and replace the 1 1/2 inch tie rod cross tubes with a 1 3/4" tube.
Recall number 00V108000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: heavy duty truck models with 111", 113", and 122" cabs. The fuel tank steps can develop fatigue cracks due to excessive overhang.
- Risk
- The steps could fail.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the step assembly for overhang and add an end support of the trailing edge of the fuel tank step, if necessary. Owner notification began november 2, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 00V080000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1998 Sterling A-Line recalls
How do I check if my 1998 Sterling A-Line has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 1998 Sterling A-Line have?
3, covering suspension, steering and fuel system, gasoline.
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