Recall
Sterling Bullet — 16V880000
NHTSA ID
16V880000
Make
Sterling
Model
Bullet
Years Affected
2008
Recall Date
2016-12-07
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Units Affected
235
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-729
Summary
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.
Consequence
If the alternator develops a short circuit, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.