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NHTSARecalled Dec 7, 2016 · #16V880000

Alternator may Fail Resulting in Engine Stall/Fire

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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

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.

View the official CPSC notice