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2012 STERLING LT8500 Safety Overview

The 2012 STERLING LT8500 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 1 official safety recall for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Engine and engine cooling:engine

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as the sensor malfunction could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.

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 LT8500 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 STERLING LT8500 14V080000

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (Daimler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2015 Freightliner...

The sensor malfunction could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.

NHTSA Recall 14V080000: The sensor malfunction could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/21/2014

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.