2009 Sterling A-Line
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2009 Sterling A-Line. Newest first.
Daimler trucks IS recalling certain model year 2006-2012 freightliner business class M2, cascadia, century, columbia, coronado and sterling a-line vehicles built with meritor wabco electronic stability control (esc) system manufactured from september 15, 2005 through september 1, 2011. under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the driver IS slow to react during this esc intervention, the vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the esc module with the appropriate software version as necessary, free of charge. an interim owner notification will be mailed on or about november 21, 2011. the date for availability of the final remedy IS subject to validation testing and parts availability. the safety recall began on march 28, 2012. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Dtna IS recalling certain model year 2008-2012 freightliner; cascadia, century class, columbia, and coronado, certain model year 2008-2009 sterling; a-line and l-line and certain model year 2009-2012 western star constellation vehicles, manufactured from january 14, 2008, through june 15, 2011, built with detroit diesel 15 or 16 engines. the bolt attaching…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A short circuit between an un-fused battery cable and chassis ground could result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new bolt and isolator and repair the recreational vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on december 21, 2011. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Daimler trucks (dtna) IS recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 freightliner business class M2, sterling acterra, a-line, and l-line heavy trucks manufactured from september 8, 2008 through april 20, 2009 equipped with trw igen3 intermediate steering columns. the weld around the igen3 steering shaft tube that secures the spline tube to the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Mislocated welds may result in torsional and axial strength falling below acceptable levels. this condition could result in separation of the steering column, loss of steering control and a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Dtna will notify owners and the buses will be repaired free of charge. the safety recall began on december 23, 2010. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Daimler trucks IS recalling model year 2004-2010 trucks equipped with caterpillar C15 engine. the variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An oil leak may result in a fire.
Remedy
Daimler trucks IS working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. please see caterpillar's defect report 09e-020. caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. the recall began on may 5, 2009. owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Caterpillar IS recalling 14 my 2008-2009 sterling a-line & l-line trucks equipped with caterpillar engine. the aftertreatment regeneration device (ard) may develop a hole and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particular filter.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could result in a fire.
Remedy
Daimler trucks IS working with caterpillar (please see 08e-069). Owners may contact caterpillar at-1-800-447-4986 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10192963Rocker Switch Quick Reference.
- 10190549Warranty Information Letter announcing DTNA is adjusting the Standard Repair Times (SRTs) shown. The updated times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after April 5, 2021.
- 10158024Technical Publications Ordering
- 10156372Technical Publications Ordering
- 10156360Reminder: Paper Service Bulletin Mailings Are Discontinued
- 10155254Technical Publications Ordering
- 10153409New Detroit Diesel Cylinder Liner Upper O-Ring Leak Test Standard Repair Time
- 10153406Instructions for CSC Diagnostic Support
- 10153404Engine Manufacturer Diagnostics
- 10151471sp00004 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
- 10151464sbh0006 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
- 1014232515TS5Rev GHG14 DD Platform DEF Pump Leaks and Code 4374 FMI 0 Under Pressurized DEF System
- 1014232415TS4 EPA07 DD15 Piston Kits
- 1014232315TS2 EPA07 and EPA10 DD Platform Engines With Low Oil Pressure Codes
- 1014232215TS1 GHG14 DD Platform Engines With Codes SPN: 1323 through SPN: 1328, FMI: 31, Idle Smoothness Control/Cylinder Misfire At Idle
- 101423170104-15 spn 3464/ fmi 16, 18 (mcm) (ghg14)
- 1014231218SP687 DD15 16 EGR Actuator Replacement
- 1014228333-11 - Bearing Spacer Replacement, ConMet PreSet Steer Hubs
- 1014228235-12 - Bearing Spacer Replacement, ConMet PreSet Drive Hubs
- 10141944307-15 spn 3480 (mcm) (epa07;epa10;ghg14)
- 10141819ssbh9801 Estndares de acabado de pintura
- 10141818ssbh5419 Cambio en el cableado
- 10141817ssbh3306 Ejes delanteros Sterling
- 10141811ssb0917 Modificacin retroactiva de tubera del lado de aire fro del postenfriador
- 10141810sp54030 Ametek Gauge Replacement
- 10141809sp54027 Harness Ordering for EPA07 Vehicles, and Later
- 10141808sp54026 EPA07 Harness Parts Identification
- 10141807sp54023 ICU4 Reference Guide
- 10141806sp54022 ICU4 Black Bezel and Chrome Bezel Gauges
- 10141805sp54021 PTO Dash Control Switch
- 10141804sp54020 Strobe and Beacon Lights
- 10141803sp54018 CB Mounting Plate and Strap
- 10141802sp54017 Sterling Multiplex Gauges
- 10141799sp54013 Adding Daytime Running Lights
- 10141798sp54012 ICU3 Service Clusters
- 10141797sp54011 ABS Chassis Harness, Sterling
- 10141795sp54009 Sales Data Code to Radio Quick Reference
- 10141794sp54008 2-Inch Gauge Quick Reference (Silver Star)
- 10141793sp54007 Customer Access Connectors
- 10141788sp54002 Power Distribution Box, Chassis
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