NHTSARecalled Dec 7, 2016 · #16V880000
Alternator may Fail Resulting in Engine Stall/Fire
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet 4500 and 5500 cab chassis vehicles manufactured November 1, 2007, to November 7, 2008. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may develop a short circuit. If the alternator develops a short circuit, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Product details
- Product
- Alternator may Fail Resulting in Engine Stall/Fire
- 5500 cab chassis
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Model numbers
- 2009 Sterling
- UPCs
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What you should do
DTNA will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-729.