2001 sterling lt9513 passenger side dashboard and fuse panel supports breaking loose resulting in electrical shorts. Driving on interstate 76 east bound aprox. 2 miles from the rt. 8 interchange when we hit a " pot hole " a large snap sound followed but the lose of my head lights and heater. I exited the freeway and inspected the fuse panel. The panel had snapped out of place and along with that the supports holding the dash board had also broke. The next day I called a few businesses that I deal with and asked if they ever had any problems. I called 5 businesses that owned the same model truck ranging from 1999-2006 they also had similar problems. The dash boards in all 5 trucks had broke on the passenger side. The estimated cost to fix this is 2500 $ and if not fixed can leave a truck with out power going down the highway. The only thing the trucks have in common is the manufacture and that is why I am filling this complaint, others will follow now that this seems more like " bad design" rather then luck. Please contact me if needed.
The worst 2001 Sterling L-Line problems
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- Body1
- Electrical1
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Recalls 2
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan
- 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
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
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Sterling L-Line 9
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Sp54020 Strobe and Beacon Lights
- Sterling: aftermarket hood with pivot bracket mounting modification changes.
- Freightliner: procedure to replace the power steering pump with a new part
- Daimler trucks: there are new cgi bellows, because the current ones are prone to failure
- Sterling truck: airliner suspension six piece bolted service crossmember
- Sterling truck: charge air cooler tube and convoluted hose replacement
- Sterling: some barksdale height control valves have been returned for warranty because four bolts in the...
- Cruise control inoperative when the hazard warning lights are activated
- Field service campaign regarding mufflers on high house power engines
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Is the 2001 Sterling L-Line reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Sterling L-Line, close to a typical L-Line model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Sterling L-Line?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 Sterling L-Line have?
2 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling and suspension.
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