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2002 Sterling A-Line recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2002 Sterling A-Line, covering 4,301 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fanReported March 30, 2005 · 3,568 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain trucks and fire trucks equipped with kys 4735-43782-02 engine cooling fans and built on caterpillar 3126, c7, mbe906, mbe926, or cummins isc engines, the steel fan insert on the cooling fans can crack.
Risk
This can result in fan breakage, resulting in vehicle damage or personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine cooling fan free of charge. The recall began on june 8, 2005. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 05V126000 · Recall details

Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assemblyReported December 17, 2002 · 733 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain truck-tractor model vehicles equipped with conmet simplex stationary or sliding fifth-wheel, the clinch pins that retain the fifth-wheel pivot pins may not be fully installed.
Risk
The fifth wheel could separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fifth wheel to verify the correct installation of the clinch pin and pivot pin. Missing pins will be replaced. Owner notification began november 15, 2002. 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 02V337000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2002 Sterling A-Line recalls

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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 2002 Sterling A-Line have?

2, covering engine and engine cooling and trailer hitches.

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