Daimler Trucks North America Fuel System, Other:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, and Fittings Recall

Vehicle Make / Model:
STERLING / 360

Model Year(s):
2007

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America

Report Receipt Date: DEC 11, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V576000

NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,601

Summary:
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2007 Sterling 360 trucks manufactured from January 25, 2006, through January 22, 2007; and equipped with an EPA04 4M50 engine. The fuel lines may crack due to an improper manufacturing process. Additionally, the fuel pipe flare nuts may have been insufficiently tightened.

Consequence:
Cracked fuel pipes or loose fuel pipe flare nuts may leak fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a vehicle fire.

Remedy:
Daimler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel lines and tighten or replace them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on February 5, 2013. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks at 1-800-547-0712.