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2008 STERLING BULLET Safety Overview

The 2008 STERLING BULLET has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
  • Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
  • Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the alternator develops a short circuit, there is an increased risk of a fire.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for STERLING BULLET owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2008 STERLING BULLET 16V880000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet...

If the alternator develops a short circuit, there is an increased risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 16V880000: If the alternator develops a short circuit, there is an increased risk of a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/7/2016
2008 STERLING BULLET 15V361000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet...

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.

NHTSA Recall 15V361000: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/10/2015
2008 STERLING BULLET 13V605000

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet tru...

A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V605000: A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/29/2013
2008 STERLING BULLET 11V193000

DAIMLER TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 STERLING BULLET VEHICLES MANUFACTURE...

A FRACTURED TIE ROD END COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL STEERING STABILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 11V193000: A FRACTURED TIE ROD END COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL STEERING... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/23/2011

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.