Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 sterling bullet. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v418000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and offered a call back to notify of when the parts became available. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The worst 2008 Sterling Bullet problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags1
Recalls 5
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet 4500 and 5500 cab chassis vehicles manufactured November 1, 2007, to November 7, 2008. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may develop a short circuit.
- Risk
- If the alternator develops a short circuit, there is an increased risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- DTNA will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑745‑8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-729.
Recall number 16V880000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured October 15, 2007, to November 10, 2008. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the driver or other occupants.
- Remedy
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑745‑8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-684.
Recall number 15V361000 · Recall details
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet trucks manufactured October 15, 2007, through November 10, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the left outer tie rod ball stud may fracture.
- Risk
- A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod assembly with a redesigned assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2015. Customers may contact DTNA at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-655.
Recall number 13V605000 · Recall details
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 sterling bullet vehicles manufactured from october 15, 2007, through november 10, 2008. The left outer tie rod end may fracture due to a misalignment condition. Under certain driving conditions, the misalignment may lead to a weakening and eventual fracture of the left outer tie rod ball stud.
- Risk
- A fractured tie rod end could cause a loss of directional steering stability increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Daimler trucks will notify owners with a two part letter regarding this recall campaign and to inform owners that the left outer tie rod end will be replaced when replacement parts are available. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 26, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 11V193000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Daimler trucks is recalling 46 my 2008 sterling bullet trucks equipped with dash silencer pad that could sag and come in contact with an exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler in the engine compartment.
- Risk
- This could result in an engine compartment fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add a bracket to support the engine compartment silencer pad adjacent to the egr cooler. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 09V074000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Sterling Bullet 91
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Warranty Information Letter announcing DTNA is adjusting the Standard Repair Times (SRTs) shown
- Reminder: Paper Service Bulletin Mailings Are Discontinued
- ICI18-039
- Takata Recalls ? Letters from State DMVs
- Takata Recalls ? Dealer Incentive Extended & Owner Incentive Added
- If a GVWR certification label is lost or damaged, Freightliner will supply a duplicate label
- Sbh0006 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
- Sp00004 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
- ICI18-007
- ICI18-007
What 2008 Sterling Bullet owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Compare the 2008 Sterling Bullet
Other model years
2008
Questions about the 2008 Sterling Bullet
Is the 2008 Sterling Bullet reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 Sterling Bullet, close to a typical Bullet model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Sterling Bullet?
Airbags, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2008 Sterling Bullet have?
5 recalls, covering electrical system, air bags and steering.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Sterling Bullet airbags?
Yes, 1 recall: 15V361000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 2008 Sterling Bullet?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history