Automatic shoulder belt assembly may malfunction during abrupt braking or cornering. The assembly may tighten against the occupant restricting movement. Also, the retractor driver unit may stall in any position, leaving the belt loose. In either case, the...
1987-1999 · 3 model years
Sterling 825 Problems by year
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the Sterling 825 across 3 model years, and it has 2 recalls. The 1987 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (4), while 1999 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the lights.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
825 complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common 825 problems
Sterling 825 recalls 2
Fault in the ignition switch can interrupt power supply to various electrical systems and components.
Covers1987 Sterling 825
Latest 825 complaints
I perform inspections of trucks required to comply with californias biennial inspection of terminals program.I've been informed by several owners of ford and sterling trucks who operate in restricted airport roads,that require four way flashers be used.With flashers turned on,and brakes applied,flashing is inhibited.The brake lights are optically combined with the turn sigs. And four ways.
Owner received recall notice for the ignition. Called manufacturer and was told they were only replacing the sub harness. Recall# 87v177000. *Ak
Drivers side seat belt came undone while driving, had replaced. Tt
Electrical system failure caused air conditioner/windshield wipers/defogger to fail during rain storm. *Aw
Accelerator button under hood sticks, causing vehicle to accelerate with foot off gas pedal.
Questions about the Sterling 825
Which Sterling 825 years have the most problems?
Which Sterling 825 years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1999 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other 825 years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Sterling 825 problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (2), lights (1), seats & seat belts (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Sterling 825 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls across all Sterling 825 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data