Sterling recalls
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
94 recalls found for Sterling vehicles in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, the newest filed April 14, 2020. Choose a model:
- Sterling Acterra
- Sterling L-Line
- Sterling A-Line
- Sterling 9500
- Sterling 360
- Sterling 8500
- Sterling Bullet
- Sterling LT8500
- Sterling LT
- Sterling Cargo
- Sterling 7500
- Sterling AT9500
- Sterling Condor
- Sterling 825
- Sterling LT9500
- Sterling AT
- Sterling L9500
- Sterling LT7500
- Sterling Bullet 5500
- Sterling Sterling
- Sterling HX
- Sterling A9500
- Sterling Bullet 4500
- Sterling Century
- Sterling HX L-Line
- Sterling L
- Sterling L7500
- Sterling L8500
Newest Sterling recalls
- Apr 14, 202020V214000Exterior lighting63,175 vehiclesFreightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner Columbia and 10 more models
The rear reflective tape may be partially covered by the mudflap hanger bracket, which may reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road.
- May 14, 201919V370000Service brakes, air741 vehiclesFreightliner M2, Freightliner Cascadia and 18 more models
The vehicles may have an insufficient service brake air reservoir capacity.
- Dec 7, 201616V880000Electrical system235 vehicles2008-2009 Sterling Bullet
The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may develop a short circuit.
- Jun 9, 201616V418000Air bags2,601 vehiclesSterling Bullet 4500 and Bullet 5500
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment.
- Jun 10, 201515V361000Air bags2,601 vehicles2008-2009 Sterling Bullet
The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
- Jun 3, 201515V343000Engine and engine cooling3,200 vehiclesFreightliner 114SD, Freightliner M2 and 2 more models
Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to…
- Feb 21, 201414V080000Engine and engine cooling3,258 vehiclesFreightliner 114SD, Freightliner Cascadia and 3 more models
Condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during cold weather conditions and interfere with the proper operation of the intake manifold pressure sensor.
- Nov 29, 201313V605000Steering2,564 vehicles2008-2009 Sterling Bullet
In the affected vehicles, the left outer tie rod ball stud may fracture.
- Dec 11, 201212V576000Fuel system, other1,601 vehicles2007 Sterling 360
The fuel lines may crack due to an improper manufacturing process.
- Aug 16, 201212V405000Equipment1,663 vehiclesFreightliner 114SD, Western Star 4700 and 4 more models
The air tank mounting brackets may develop cracks which can lead to the air tank brackets separating from the frame rail.
Has your Sterling been repaired?
Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.
NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Sterling dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.