2005 Sterling L-Line
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
8 recalls name the 2005 Sterling L-Line. Newest first.
Daimler trucks IS recalling certain model year 2004 through 2008 heavy trucks manufactured from july 11, 2003, through september 28, 2007, equipped with epa04 model mbe4000 engines built with plastic low pressure fuel lines and fuel filters mounted near the center of the engine on the left-hand side. the plastic low pressure fuel line between engine…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could create a road hazard increasing the risk of a crash. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities. vehicles will be inspected and the plastic low pressure fuel line will be replaced with a steel low pressure fuel line. this service will be performed free of charge. an interim letter was mailed to owners on october 28, 2011. the safety recall began on february 21, 2012. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Daimler trucks IS recalling certain model year 2005-2007 sterling l-line vehicles configured with car hauler bodies and chassis, and equipped with epa04 mbe4000 engines with a fuel filter mounted at the rear of the engine, manufactured from september 13, 2004, through october 10, 2007. the lower low pressure fuel lines between the primary fuel pump and…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel leak onto the roadway could cause a slippery road surface that could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the upper and lower low pressure fuel lines with a more robust fuel lines. this service will be performed free of charge. dtna will notify owners of the recall during april 2011. the safety recall began on november 1, 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks 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.
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) IS recalling 24,650 school and non-school buses, motor home chassis, and trucks manufactured from march 9, 2004 through august 18, 2006, equipped with epa04 certified mbe900 engines, manufactured by detroit diesel between march 1, 2004, and july 31, 2006. the high pressure fuel lines and transfer tubes may fatigue and…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fractured fuel line may leak diesel fuel possibly resulting in a fire or fuel may be spilled on the road causing a slippery surface, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Detroit diesel will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired with more robust lines and vibration dampers free of charge. repairs will be performed by authorized detroit diesel distributorships. the recall began on march 9, 2009. owners may contact detroit diesel 1-313-592-3708 or dtna toll-free at 1-800-547-0712 for more information.
Daimler trucks IS recalling 62,000 my 2005-2007 freightliner business class, century class, columbia, coronado, fld, classic, sterling a-line, l-line, and western star 4900 trucks. a fractured fuel line could leak diesel fuel.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If a leak continues undetected under certain conditions, fuel may ignite at a hot engine surface and/or fuel may be spilled on the road surface.
Remedy
High pressure fuel lines and transfer tubes will be inspected and replaced free of charged. the recall began on july 9, 2008. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Certain freightliner school bus chassis, heavy trucks, and thomas built school buses manufactured between july 2002 and july 3, 2007, equipped with bendix SR-7 spring brake control valves. the parker scv brass 90 degree single check valves (scv) which attach to the supply port of a bendix SR-7 spring brake modulating valve can break apart. pieces of the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
These conditions could either result in leakage and cause a delay in the application of the spring brake without warning or possibly lead to unintended vehicle rollaway or brake drag which could result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
Freightliner will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on january 11, 2008 to freightliner, sterling, and freightliner custom chassis owners; to thomas built bus owners on february 1, 2008. owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
Remedy
Caterpillar, in conjunction with freightliner, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. owners may call caterpillar at 309-675-6496, or freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
On certain trucks the rear hub bearings may have been incorrectly adjusted.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The rear axle wheel ends with excessive bearing preload adjustment will overheat and may cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will check the rear wheel end installation to verity bearing adjustment and repair trucks with damaged bearings. the recall began on april 7, 2005 owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Owner complaints
1 complaints
Latest complaints
- Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › Hanger/bracket
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Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel Leak
ODI gathered information from four auto hauler fleets during its investigation.At least five of the fleets' vehicles were damaged or completely destroyed by a fire caused by a leak in low pressure fuel line.The fleets reported numerous other failures that spilled large quantities of diesel fuel on roadways and…
ODI gathered information from four auto hauler fleets during its investigation.At least five of the fleets' vehicles were damaged or completely destroyed by a fire caused by a leak in low pressure fuel line.The fleets reported numerous other failures that spilled large quantities of diesel fuel on roadways and disabled tractor trailers.Daimler Trucks North America submitteda recall notice on 24 February 2011.Daimler's announcement of a safety recall on this matter addresses ODI's concerns.The 573 letter was received prior to the due date of the IR response, therefore Daimler has been relieved from having to submit an IR response.Daimler will replace the upper and lower low pressure fuel lines with a more robust line.The exact remedy and replacement parts are not yet finalized.Daimler will be submitting a supplemental report when the information is available.ODI will closely monitor the remedy to ensure it is adequate.The subject vehicles have been recalled, therefore this investigation is closed.
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.
- 10158024Technical Publications Ordering
- 10156372Technical Publications Ordering
- 10156360Reminder: Paper Service Bulletin Mailings Are Discontinued
- 10155254Technical Publications Ordering
- 10151471sp00004 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
- 1014228333-11 - Bearing Spacer Replacement, ConMet PreSet Steer Hubs
- 1014228235-12 - Bearing Spacer Replacement, ConMet PreSet Drive Hubs
- 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
- 10141787sp54001 Power Distribution Box, Instrument Panel
- 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
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