Does the 2008 Sterling Bullet have any recalls?

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, air bags, steering, engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2008 Sterling Bullet recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Sterling dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 Sterling Bullet?

1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2008 Sterling Bullet recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2008 Sterling Bullet. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

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.

2008 Sterling Bullet recalls, newest first

December 7, 2016NHTSA 16V880000235 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator

Summary: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet 4500 and 5500 cab chassis vehicles manufactured November 1, 2007, to November 7, 2008. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may develop a short circuit.
Consequence: If the alternator develops a short circuit, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-729.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 10, 2015NHTSA 15V3610002,601 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module

Summary: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured October 15, 2007, to November 10, 2008. 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.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the driver or other occupants.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-684.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 29, 2013NHTSA 13V6050002,564 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet trucks manufactured October 15, 2007, through November 10, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the left outer tie rod ball stud may fracture.
Consequence: A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod assembly with a redesigned assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2015. Customers may contact DTNA at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-655.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 23, 2011NHTSA 11V1930002,564 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 sterling bullet vehicles manufactured from October 15, 2007, through November 10, 2008. The left outer tie rod end may fracture due to a misalignment condition. Under certain driving conditions, the misalignment may lead to a weakening and eventual fracture of the left outer tie rod ball stud.
Consequence: A fractured tie rod end could cause a loss of directional steering stability increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Daimler trucks will notify owners with a two part letter regarding this recall campaign and to inform owners that the left outer tie rod end will be replaced when replacement parts are available. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on March 26, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 6, 2009NHTSA 09V07400046 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary: Daimler trucks is recalling 46 my 2008 sterling bullet trucks equipped with dash silencer pad that could sag and come in contact with an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler in the engine compartment.
Consequence: This could result in an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Dealers will add a bracket to support the engine compartment silencer pad adjacent to the EGR cooler. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 Sterling Bullet with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Air bags1

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Questions

Does the 2008 Sterling Bullet have any recalls?: 5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, air bags, steering, engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2008 Sterling Bullet recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Sterling dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 Sterling Bullet?: 1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.