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Sterling L recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the Sterling L, covering 5,243 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Sterling L recalls by model year

2007 1

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Parking brake: conventional: airReported June 12, 2006 · 5,243 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain heavy trucks, shuttle buses, and school buses equipped with bendix modulated spring brake valves. A defect in the modulated spring brake valve casting may cause an intermittent delay in the application of the park brake.
Risk
The vehicle may rollaway without warning, possibly causing personal injury.
Remedy
Freightliner will notify owners and replace the defective valves free of charge. The recall began on june 28, 2006 to freightliner, sterling, and fccc owners. Thomas built mailed letters to owners beginning july 27, 2006. This recall has been superseded (replaced) by recall 07v302 (fl-504).

Recall number 06V205000 · Recall details

Questions about the Sterling L recalls

How do I check if my Sterling L has an open recall?

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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 Sterling L have?

1, covering parking brake.

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