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2004-2008 · 5 model years
Sterling LT9500 Problems by year
Owners have filed 1 complaints about the Sterling LT9500 across 5 model years, and it has 2 recalls. The 2004 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1). The most reported problem area is the fuel system.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
LT9500 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 LT9500 problems
Sterling LT9500 recalls 2
On certain vehicles, there is a defect in the interaxle driveline yokes. The bolt holes located on the earwork of the male shaft yokes were manufactured with an oversized minor thread diameter.
Latest LT9500 complaints
2004 Sterling dump truck fuel lines rubbed together causing a leak. Mechanic replaced. Recall repair was done before recall was issued. *Kb the consumer also pointed out to the mechanic that the other line was rubbing, however the mechanic stated he couldn't fix it because it was not leaking. The air condition lines were rubbing on the fuel filter and the accelerator was rubbing on the 1/ 1/2 braided line to the turbo. The mechanic told the consumer he couldn't fix that either because it was not broken. The...
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mechanic told the consumer he didn't replace the fuel line under warranty because the piece the mechanic needed, the consumer had cut it when he made the repairs himself. The consumer went to another mechanic and the work was performed. The consumer was told it was free of charge, however several days later, the consumer received a bill in the mail. *Jb
Questions about the Sterling LT9500
Which Sterling LT9500 years have the most problems?
By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2004 (1). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2004 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What are the most common Sterling LT9500 problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the fuel system (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Sterling LT9500 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls across all Sterling LT9500 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