- The problem
- Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2007 Sterling 360 trucks manufactured from January 25, 2006, through January 22, 2007; and equipped with an EPA04 4M50 engine. The fuel lines may crack due to an improper manufacturing process. Additionally, the fuel pipe flare nuts may have been insufficiently tightened.
- The risk
- Cracked fuel pipes or loose fuel pipe flare nuts may leak fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Daimler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel lines and tighten or replace them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on February 5, 2013. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle safety record
2007 Sterling 360 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2007 Sterling 360 with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (3). Those complaints describe 2 fires. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in December 2012 for the hoses, lines / piping, and fittings. For comparison, the 2008 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 360 year, for its age
#321 most complained-about 2007 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2007 Sterling 360 problems
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2007 Sterling 360 recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 sterling 360 vehicles. The weather resistance properties of the air intake duct rubber cushions is insufficient. During normal vehicle operation, the rubber cushions deteriorate and crack.
- The risk
- All of the rubber cushions could crack, allowing the air intake duct to fall off of the truck increasing the risk of crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace all of the air intake duct rubber cushions with components manufactured to proper specifications. This remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about march 15, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
- The problem
- On certain trucks, the vacuum hose may have been manufactured with insufficient wall thickness allowing the hose to collapse during normal vehicle operation. Collapse of the vacuum hose could reduce brake booster effectiveness.
- The risk
- Reduced brake booster effectiveness could result in increased vehicle stopping distance and potentially lead to a vehicle crash or personal injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the vacuum hose free of charge. The recall began on april 20, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
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3 complaints about the 2007 Sterling 360
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Sterling 360. Consumer writes in regards to recall notice and requests assistance with transportation cost to fix vehicles. *Smd the consumer requested to have someone come to the facility to repair the trucks, as the time to get to the dealer was well over three hours.
ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE TW*
Sterling tow truck started on fire, the turbo blew. *Tr
Sterling 360: every year compared
All 360 years2007 Sterling 360 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Sterling 360 | 3 | 3 | D | |
| 2007 Sterling L-Line | 3 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 2007 Sterling 9500 | 1 | 5 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2007 Sterling 360
Does the 2007 Sterling 360 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2007 Sterling 360: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (December 2012); equipment (November 2009); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (January 2007). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Sterling 360?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (3).
How many complaints has the 2007 Sterling 360 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 5, 2008 and the latest on February 28, 2013. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 2 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2007 Sterling 360 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 30 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Sterling 360 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2007 Sterling 360 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data