Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #11V193000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V193000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 2,564 affected units, TIE ROD ENDS, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 sterling bullet vehicles manufactured from october 15, 2007, through november 10, 2008. the left outer tie rod end may fracture due to a misalignment condition. under certain driving conditions, the misalignment may lead to a weakening and eventual fracture of the left outer tie rod ball stud.

Corrective Action

Daimler trucks will notify owners with a two part letter regarding this recall campaign and to inform owners that the left outer tie rod end will be replaced when replacement parts are available. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on march 26, 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V193000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2011-03-23T00:00:00
Subject: Tie rod ends
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 2,564

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-588
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 sterling bullet vehicles manufactured from october 15, 2007, through november 10, 2008. the left outer tie rod end may fracture due to a misalignment condition. under certain driving conditions, the misalignment may lead to a weakening and eventual fracture of the left outer tie rod ball stud.
Consequence Summary: A fractured tie rod end could cause a loss of directional steering stability increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Daimler trucks will notify owners with a two part letter regarding this recall campaign and to inform owners that the left outer tie rod end will be replaced when replacement parts are available. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on march 26, 2011. 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: 11V193000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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