Recalls for 2007 Sterling Condor

DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE:BODY

Posted on: 2009-04-17
Description
Daimler trucks is recalling 2,811 my 2001-2007 condor trucks built by american lafrance, freightliner and sterling.  The cab mounted bracket attached to the hydraulic cylinder used to raise and lower the cab for maintenance may wear leading to inadequate restraint, allowing the cab to fall forward onto the ground.

Consequence
A cab falling forward to the ground unexpectedly may result in personal injury.

Corrective Action
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge.  The recall began on september 18, 2009.  Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes
Daimler trucks recall no.  Fl-547.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .