Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V398000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V398000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 146 affected units, TURBOCHARGER MOUNTING BRACKET, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling 146 my 2008 sterling 360 trucks. improperly aligned bolt holes on the turbocharger mounting bracket may lead to cracking in the turbocharger housing.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the installation and the turbocharger bracket will be replaced with a redesigned bracket, which alleviates the bolt hole misalignment. the recall is expected to begin on or before march 13, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V398000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2008-08-14T00:00:00
Subject: Turbocharger mounting bracket
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 146

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-535
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks is recalling 146 my 2008 sterling 360 trucks. improperly aligned bolt holes on the turbocharger mounting bracket may lead to cracking in the turbocharger housing.
Consequence Summary: Exhaust gases can be released from the crack in the turbocharger housing, which in the worst case, could potentially lead to a fire.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the installation and the turbocharger bracket will be replaced with a redesigned bracket, which alleviates the bolt hole misalignment. the recall is expected to begin on or before march 13, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08V398000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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