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2000 Sterling L-Line problems

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Owner complaints
0
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
9

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Recalls 3

Suspension: front: hubReported March 21, 2003 · 5,716 vehicles affected
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

Exterior lighting: turn signal: switchReported November 29, 2000 · 671 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. A loss of the turn signal function can occur due to a turn signal flasher that is not compatible with the turn signal switches that allow the brake lights to override the hazard warning lights. If the hazard warning lights are on and the brake lights are activated, the turn signal flasher senses an overload condition and becomes disabled until all electric loads are removed.
Risk
Following drivers may not be aware of the truck's turning intentions increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a turn signal flasher that is compatible with turn signal switches that allow the brake lights to override the hazard warning lights.

Recall number 00V397000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyReported March 17, 2000 · 9,875 vehicles affected
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

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Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Sterling L-Line 9

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3 recalls, covering suspension, exterior lighting and fuel system, gasoline.

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