2004 Sterling Condor
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2004 Sterling Condor. Newest first.
Daimler trucks IS recalling 2,811 my 2001-2007 condor trucks built by american lafrance, freightliner and sterling. the cab mounted bracket attached to the hydraulic cylinder used to raise and lower the cab for maintenance may wear leading to inadequate restraint, allowing the cab to fall forward onto the ground.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A cab falling forward to the ground unexpectedly may result in personal injury.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. the recall began on september 18, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
On certain trucks equipped with liquid natural gas (lng) style tanks, neither the primary nor the secondary relief valves have opened to relieve tank pressure under certain conditions. specifically, the introduction of water into the discharge side of both of these valves simultaneously and subsequent freezing in service can render the valves temporarily…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition creates the risk of tank over-pressurization and a potential tank rupture, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will retrofit the lng tanks on the vehicles with a new primary relief valve pipe away tube and a new ventilated shroud cover; ensure the relief valves are moisture free and ensure that the red cover IS presently in place on the secondary relief valve. the recall began october 14, 2004. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
On certain trucks, the steering gear bolts may become loose.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Loss of steering control may occur which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts. the recall began november 25, 2004. owners may contact customers freightliner 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.
- 10151471sp00004 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
- 10141796sp54010 Condor Gauges
- 1012970812-022-DLR Daimler Trucks Remarketing Corporation (DTR) Now Requires Pre-approval for Repairs $1,200 (USD) and Greater
- 1012970714TL-7Rev DD Platform Flywheel Housing Runout Tool W470589032100
- 1012970615TL6 W470589129100 ? HDEP HP Fuel Rail Test Caps
- 1012970515TS3 Detroit? Coolant Change From Nitrite Organic Acid Technology
- 1012970415TS10Rev DD Engine Platform Coolant Filter
- 1012969715CSA10 The Detroit CSC announcing a new feature ? Ability to attach files to an existing CSC
- 1012969615CSA9 Release of DiagnosticLink 8.02
- 1012966115-017 Detroit: Updated Fuel Injector SDTs
- 1012966015-016-DLR New Essential Tool For CPWA, CPPRA, Ltd CPPRA, & DSDWC Parties: Cadex CA-12 Battery Tester
- 1012965915-015 Warranty Exclusions Reminder
- 1012964615-009_Detroit_New_SDTs
- 1012964515Tl5 davco shop pro fxp 95
- 1012964415TL4 W470589050900 ? 3/8? Drive GEN2 Two-Stage Valve Socket
- 1012962715CSA4 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center
- 1012962215-010-DLR Transmission Cooler Line Photos
- 1012962115-009 New Detroit Standard Diagnostic Times
- 10128808715-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Coolant Los
- 10128807714-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Low Engine Compression
- 10128806712-14 Engine Coolant Temperature
- 1012878914-028 Remy Extended Coverage Direct File
- 1012878814-027 Detroit's New Consolidated Labor Operations (CLOs
- 1012878714-026-DLR SelecTruck Warranty Enhancements
- 1012878514-024-DLR DTNA & JAD Highlights - Q1 & Q2
- 1012878414-023 Detroit Axles Pre-Approval Changes
- 1012878314-022 Pre-Approval Threshold Increase From $2,500 to $5,000 USD
- 10128781ICI14-013-DLR FL655 - Revised Interim Bulletin
- 1012873216-011 New Detroit Camshaft Housing Seal Standard Repair Time
- 1012873016-009R_OWL Enhancements
- 10128729New Detroit Bearing Failure Analysis Standard Diagnostic Time
- 10128728Canadian Warranty Parts Return Address Change
- 1012707512-027-DLR Detroit and Alliance like Batteries are now interchangeable
- 1012681412CSA30 Power Service Literature Comments
- 1012680912-040-DLR Roof Fairing Removal Program
- 1012680812-039-DLR OWL Pre-approval's Time Frame Increases to 60 Days
- 1012680712-038-DLR - No Problem Found - Policy Claims - During Basic Vehicle Chassis or Base Engine Coverage
- 1012680615-028 New Detroit Coolant Line SRTs
- 10126797_Warranty Recognition Program - Coming Soon
- 101267700228-14 Engine Oil Leaks - Oil Dye Method
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