Recall Register

2001 Sterling Acterra: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for the 2001 Sterling Acterra. The newest campaign is 08V137000. NHTSA received the report on 25 Mar 2008. The NHTSA record gives the component Power Train / Axle Assembly. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year. 1 NHTSA investigation names this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 08V137000, in the NHTSA record

Daimler trucks will notify owners and will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on january 8, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
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Recall campaigns

11 campaigns, newest first. 89,488 units in total.

  • 08V137000Power Train / Axle Assembly
  • 05V126000Engine and Engine Cooling / Cooling System / Fan
  • 04V272000Suspension / Front / Wheel Bearing
  • 03V112000Suspension / Front / Hub
  • 02V336000Power Train / Driveline
  • 02V108001Parking Brake / Conventional / Mechanical / Linkage and Cable
  • 02V087000Electrical System / Wiring
  • 02V018002Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Check Valve
  • 01V363000Suspension / Rear
  • 01V189001Service Brakes, Air / Controls, Pedals and Linkages
  • 01V085001Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components

  1. 08V137000Received . 28,764 units.

    Power Train / Axle Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler trucks is recalling 28,764 my 2001 through 2008 fccc b2 and fs65 school bus chassis, fccc fb65 conventional buses, and sterling acterra, freightliner fln, and business class m2 heavy trucks, built from january 26, 2000, through march 24, 2008, manufactured with arvinmeritor or axle alliance company 6,000 through 8,000 pound front axles utilizing a four piece spindle-nut set. These axle assemblies may have been produced with a thin spindle nut which may lead to incorrect end play, cone spin, excessive heat, degradation of lubrication, wear of the spindle nut and bearing journal, oil contamination with metal shavings, and premature bearing failure.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Continued operation may lead to wheel separation and possibly a vehicle crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Daimler trucks will notify owners and will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on january 8, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA. Manufacturer campaign number FL-527. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  2. 05V126000Received . 3,568 units.

    Engine and Engine Cooling / Cooling System / Fan

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain trucks and fire trucks equipped with kys 4735-43782-02 engine cooling fans and built on caterpillar 3126, c7, mbe906, mbe926, or cummins isc engines, the steel fan insert on the cooling fans can crack.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    This can result in fan breakage, resulting in vehicle damage or personal injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the engine cooling fan free of charge. The recall began on june 8, 2005. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-439. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  3. 04V272000Received . 9,602 units.

    Suspension / Front / Wheel Bearing

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain trucks built with 8,000 or 6,000 pound front axles and four-piece spindle nut sets, premature front ,wheel bearing wear may be caused by inconsistent bearing endplay adjustment.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If allowed to progress, the front wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    The dealers will replace the front axle oil seals and hub cap gaskets on both sides. The recall began september 7, 2004. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by FREIGHTLINER LLC. Manufacturer campaign number FL-424. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  4. 03V112000Received . 5,716 units.

    Suspension / Front / Hub

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace both front hubs. Owner notification is expected to begin on or before september 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-407. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  5. 02V336000Received . 145 units.

    Power Train / Driveline

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain heavy trucks, the cast output yoke on the mercedes-benz transmissions could fracture on vehicle with 1610 or 16t series drivelines.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If pieces of the yoke separate, the debris can represent a potential hzard to people outside the vheicle and to other passing vehicles.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the cast transmission output yoke with a forged part. Owner notification began on january 30, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-405. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  6. 02V108001Received . 548 units.

    Parking Brake / Conventional / Mechanical / Linkage and Cable

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain trucks equipped with meritor brand 12" x 4" dcm drum parking brake, the bolts used to attach the parking brake assembly to the flange yoke are too large and can interfere with the proper engagement of the braking system and possibly disengage.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Improper engagement of the parking brake could result in the vehicle rolling away without prior warning possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the attaching bolts with the correct size bolts free of charge. Owner notification is expected to begin during october 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-395.

  7. 02V087000Received . 30,000 units.

    Electrical System / Wiring

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain trucks, a capacitor in the power line control (plc) filter could overheat and/or ignite when subjected to reverse polarity electrical spikes.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    This could cause an electrical fire in the area of the plc filter without prior warning.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will disconnect and secure the plc filter ground wire. Owner notification began september 20, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-393. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  8. 02V018002Received . 5,176 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Check Valve

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor wabco pneumatic anitlock brake system (ABS) valve packages, the assembly bolts on these valve packages were not tightened correctly.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Bolts torqued below specification will not reliably prevent air leakage at the affected ABS valve package interface joints once the component begins normal vehicle operation. If air leaks develop at any of the ABS valve package interface joints, brake system pressure reductions could occur during braking or normal operation with units equipped with the traction control option, potentially extending stopping distances, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will tighten the fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began april 4, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-390. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  9. 01V363000Received . 219 units.

    Suspension / Rear

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain trucks, the welds that attach the rear suspension control rod brackets to the axle housing may not meet specifications.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A weld could fracture, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect the rear suspension bracket welds to determine if they meet specifications and re-weld if necessary. Owner notification began july 31, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-388. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  10. 01V189001Received . 4,400 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Controls, Pedals and Linkages

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with certain haldex brake system two and four port relay valves. The valve may stick open when a high-pressure application is released.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    When the valve sticks open, it can result in a total loss of air from either the service or the park brake system. The driver may lose braking ability under a service application, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace these valves. Owner notification began october 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-380. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  11. 01V085001Received . 1,350 units.

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with hydraulic brakes and a durapark park brake system manufactured by arvinmeritor. Air is entering the hydraulic rear brake cylinders through an unknown path and the rear self-adjusting brakes may not be operating properly.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    This results in spongy or soft feel to the brake pedal and a loss of rear braking capability.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will remove and replace the ABS ECU and inspect the brake pedal for proper travel. If excessive travel is detected, the brake system will be bled and rear brakes adjusted. As an interim measure, freightliner will notify all owners to have their vehicles inspected to assure proper function of the brake system. This will include adjusting and bleeding the brakes. Also, owners will be instructed that on a regular basis they should do several hard brake applications while stopped. This will exercise the self-adjusting system and if they observe a low or spongy brake pedal they will be instructed to take their vehicle in for additional service. Owner notification began march 21, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

    Report filed by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION. Manufacturer campaign number FL-285. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

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Complaints by component

The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

Investigations

NHTSA investigations that name the 2001 Sterling Acterra
NumberTypeSubjectComponentOpenedClosedCampaign
RQ07003Recall queryFRONT WHEEL SEPARATIONSuspension / Front / Hub5 Dec 200726 Mar 200808V137000

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.

  1. 19941
  2. 19951
  3. 19961
  4. 19972
  5. 19984
  6. 19997
  7. 200017
  8. 200111
  9. 20026
  10. 20034
  11. 20045
  12. 20056
  13. 20067
  14. 200711
  15. 200813
  16. 20096
  17. 20105
  18. 20111
  19. 20121

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

Official channels

Cite this page

Recall Register. 2001 Sterling Acterra: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/sterling/acterra/2001/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .

Sources

Source
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence
US government work, public domain
Recall file through
29 Sep 2026
Complaint file through
29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file
1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2001 Sterling Acterra?
89,488 units in 11 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Sterling Acterra have for all model years?
NHTSA lists 40 recall campaigns for the Sterling Acterra, model years 1994 to 2012. 11 of them name the 2001 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2001 Sterling Acterra open?
No. The 1 investigation that names this model year has a closing date in the NHTSA file.