- The problem
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. A loss of the turn signal function can occur due to a turn signal flasher that is not compatible with the turn signal switches that allow the brake lights to override the hazard warning lights. If the hazard warning lights are on and the brake lights are activated, the turn signal flasher senses an overload condition and becomes disabled until all electric loads are removed.
- The risk
- Following drivers may not be aware of the truck's turning intentions increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a turn signal flasher that is compatible with turn signal switches that allow the brake lights to override the hazard warning lights.
Vehicle safety record
2000 Sterling LT Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2000 Sterling LT with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the electrical system (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2000 for the switch. For comparison, the 1999 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical LT year, for its age
#366 most complained-about 2000 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2000 Sterling LT problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2000 Sterling LT 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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2 complaints about the 2000 Sterling LT
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Dashboard is breaking apart. Most critical area at this time is where the fuse box is located. Most of the plastic has cracked broken and the fuse panel fell out and was hanging by the electrical wires. Another area of importance is where the air brake set/release valve is located. The plastic gave way and the valve pushes freely back into the dash without support to set or release. Deterioration has occurred over time and the deterioration is continuing. Fuse panel has been secured to floor. Air brake valve has been reinforced.Jb
While driving under a heavy load the vehicle's suspension failed. *Nm the problem occurred while driving down the highway carrying sand. The consumer was fighting to keep control. (Model 9522) *sc *jb
Sterling LT: every year compared
All LT yearsQuestions about the 2000 Sterling LT
Does the 2000 Sterling LT have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Sterling LT: switch (November 2000). 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 2000 Sterling LT?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), electrical system (1), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2000 Sterling LT had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 13, 2004 and the latest on January 22, 2006. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2000 Sterling LT a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 22 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Sterling LT 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.
Which Sterling LT years have the most complaints?
2000 (2), 2006 (1). See every Sterling LT year compared.
What should I do if my 2000 Sterling LT 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