Does the 2006 Sterling LT have any recalls?

1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train. 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 2006 Sterling LT 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 2006 Sterling LT?

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

2006 Sterling LT recalls

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

1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2006 Sterling LT. 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.

2006 Sterling LT recalls, newest first

December 6, 2005NHTSA 05V551000500 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Axle assembly

Summary: On certain trucks and motor home chassis, the top flange of the front axle i-beam may fatigue and fracture.
Consequence: Driver may experience loss control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front axle assembly. The recall began on March 15, 2006, for phase I. Phase 2 will begin during August 2006. This recall is being conducted in two phases. Phase I will replace the complete axle assembly; and phase II will replace the axle beam and steering knuckles. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2006 Sterling LT 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

Suspension › Rear1

Other Sterling LT years

Other 2006 Sterling models

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Questions

Does the 2006 Sterling LT have any recalls?: 1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train. 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 2006 Sterling LT 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 2006 Sterling LT?: 1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.