2009 Sterling Bullet 5500 recalls and problems

The 2009 Sterling Bullet 5500 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Sterling dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2009 Sterling Bullet 5500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2009 Sterling Bullet 5500 recalls

Recall 16V-418: Air Bags

Reported Jun 9, 2016 · 2,601 vehicles affected · Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Problem: Daimler Trucks of North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet 4500 and 5500 chassis cab vehicles manufactured October 15, 2007, through November 10, 2008. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity, high temperatures, and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Sterling will notify the owners and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on July 22, 2016. The remedy is now available. Notification was mailed to owners on May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Sterling customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-714.

2009 Sterling Bullet 5500 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2009 Sterling Bullet 5500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Jul 26, 2017

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 sterling bullet 5500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v418000 (Air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the unknown local dealer was unable to remedy the vehicle in a timely manner. The manufacturer was contacted however; the contact was unable to speak to a live representative. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Sterling Bullet 5500 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Sterling Bullet 5500: 16V-418 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Sterling Bullet 5500?

Owners report air bags problems most often (1 reports).

Are Sterling recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Sterling dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.