- 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
2004 Sterling HX Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2004 Sterling HX with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2004 for the manual transmission. For comparison, the 2003 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2004 Sterling HX problems
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2004 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
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2004 Sterling HX
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
I own 10 2004 sterling tractors. The brake pedal is mounted on the floor. The connecting parts are made of unsimilar metals and after a period of time the parts bind up making the pedal freeze, what could cause an accident. Thanks *tr
Sterling HX: every year compared
All HX years2004 Sterling HX vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Sterling HX | 1 | 1 | - | |
| 2004 Sterling LT9500 | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
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Questions about the 2004 Sterling HX
Does the 2004 Sterling HX have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 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.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Sterling HX?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1).
How many complaints has the 2004 Sterling HX had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 16, 2009 and the latest on July 16, 2009. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
What should I do if my 2004 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