2009 Sterling L-Line
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2009 Sterling L-Line. Newest first.
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.
Daimler trucks IS recalling 2 my 2008-2009 freightliner columbia and sterling l-line trucks equipped with caterpillar C7, C9, C13 and C15 diesel engines. inadequate stiffness of the diesel particulate filter (dpf) bracket could result in separation of the dpf from the chassis.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A vehicle crash could occur if another vehicle strikes the dpf on the roadway.
Remedy
Daimler trucks IS working with caterpillar (please see 08e041). Owners may contact caterpillar 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.
Owner complaints
1 complaints
Latest complaints
- Equipment
TL* the contact owns a 2009 sterling l8-500 equipped with a little falls machine inc. Snow plow, model number pr-114. The contact stated that while traveling various speeds. The plow feet fell off. The weight was approximately 65lbs/ the manufacturer was notified and offered no resolution. The incident happened to four of his eight plows. updated 06/10/14 ma
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
- 10151471sp00004 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)
- 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
- 1013041115TL24 OTC 1750 Revolver Engine Stand
- 1013040915TS16Rev1 EPA10 Reman MCM Improvement for Fault Codes SPN 651 to 656
- 1013040815TS4_Rev2_ EPA07 DD15 Piston Kits
- 101304071207-15 Updated procedures with adding EPA10 to the GHG14 title
- 101304051210-14 Cylinder Head
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