- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with manual transmission, the tapered joint that attaches the shifter to the transmission may become loose making it difficult to put the transmission into gear.
- The risk
- If shift lever detachment occurs, tha ability ro accelerate ot maintain speed will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will re-secure the shift lever to the transmission using threadlock and re-torquing the fastening bolt. Owner notification began on may 21, 2004. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle safety record
2003 Sterling HX Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2003 Sterling HX have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2004 for the manual transmission.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough HX years are on file
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2003 Sterling HX recalls 1
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
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No complaints about the 2003 Sterling HX yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Sterling HX: every year compared
All HX years2003 Sterling HX vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Sterling HX | 0 | 1 | - | |
| 2003 Sterling Acterra | 2 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2003 Sterling A-Line | 1 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2003 Sterling L-Line | 1 | 3 | B | Compare |
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Questions about the 2003 Sterling HX
Does the 2003 Sterling HX have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2003 Sterling HX: manual transmission (May 2004). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2003 Sterling HX had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
What should I do if my 2003 Sterling HX 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