Model year

2009 Sterling Acterra

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recall campaigns covering this model year612k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2009 Sterling Acterra by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

6 recall campaigns cover the 2009 Sterling Acterra

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2009 Sterling Acterra
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
11V-455Aug 31, 2011Intake air grid heater may short circuit and fail due to excessive internal temperaturesEngine and cooling43Repair or modification
11V-173Mar 15, 2011Engine software may not react properly to certain aftermarket treatment device fault codesEngine and cooling50Repair or modification
10V-472Oct 8, 2010Engine software may not react properly to certain aftermarket treatment device fault codesEngine and cooling58Repair or modification
10V-341Jul 27, 2010Intake air grid heater may short circuit and fail due to excessive internal temperaturesEngine and cooling5,743Repair or modification
10V-322Jul 13, 2010Weld around the igen3 steering shaft tube that secures the spline tube to the intermediate tube may be mislocated (i.e., not fully over the seam…Steering6,325Repair or modification
09V-451Nov 24, 2009Vehicles may be designed with a hard wired, dash-mounted switch that enables the vehicle operator to inhibit aftertreatment diesel particulate…Engine and cooling101Repair or modification
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2009 Sterling Acterra

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
    Service bulletins

    102 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

    • SP54016 Jan 1, 2007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Rocker Switch Quick Reference.
    • WI21-008 Apr 6, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Warranty Information Letter announcing DTNA is adjusting the Standard Repair Times (SRTs) shown. The updated times will be applied to repair orders opened on or after April 5, 2021.
    • sbh0002 Jun 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Technical Publications Ordering
    • sbh0002 Jun 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Technical Publications Ordering
    • sbh00022 Feb 28, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Reminder: Paper Service Bulletin Mailings Are Discontinued
    • sp00004 May 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp00004 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
    • sbh0006 May 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sbh0006 Replacing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification Labels
    • sbh0006 May 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      If a GVWR certification label is lost or damaged, Freightliner will supply a duplicate label. Log on to DTNAConnect.com and under "DTNAConnect Resources", select the "Tool and Services" plus sign. Select "Request for Certification Labl or OWI." Fillout the…
    • 33-11 Sep 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      33-11 - Bearing Spacer Replacement, ConMet PreSet Steer Hubs
    • 35-12 Sep 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      35-12 - Bearing Spacer Replacement, ConMet PreSet Drive Hubs
    • ssbh9801 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ssbh9801 Estándares de acabado de pintura
    • ssbh5419 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ssbh5419 Cambio en el cableado
    • ssbh3306 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ssbh3306 Ejes delanteros Sterling
    • ssb0917 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ssb0917 Modificación retroactiva de tubería del lado de aire frío del postenfriador
    • sp54030 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54030 Ametek Gauge Replacement
    • sp54026 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54026 EPA07 Harness Parts Identification
    • sp54023 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54023 ICU4 Reference Guide
    • sp54022 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54022 ICU4 Black Bezel and Chrome Bezel Gauges
    • sp54021 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54021 PTO Dash Control Switch
    • sp54020 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54020 Strobe and Beacon Lights
    • sp54018 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54018 CB Mounting Plate and Strap
    • sp54017 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54017 Sterling Multiplex Gauges
    • sp54015 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54015 Electrical Repair Kits
    • sp54014 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54014 ABS Chassis Harness
    • sp54013 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54013 Adding Daytime Running Lights
    • sp54012 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54012 ICU3 Service Clusters
    • sp54009 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54009 Sales Data Code to Radio Quick Reference
    • sp54008 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54008 2-Inch Gauge Quick Reference (Silver Star)
    • sp54007 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      sp54007 Customer Access Connectors
    • 12-022 Aug 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      12-022-DLR Daimler Trucks Remarketing Corporation (DTR) Now Requires Pre-approval for Repairs $1,200 (USD) and Greater
    • 14TL-7 Apr 10, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      14TL-7Rev DD Platform Flywheel Housing Runout Tool W470589032100
    • 15TL6 Apr 2, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15TL6 W470589129100 ? HDEP HP Fuel Rail Test Caps
    • 15TS3 Apr 17, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15TS3 Detroit? Coolant Change From Nitrite Organic Acid Technology
    • 15TS10 Apr 14, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15TS10Rev DD Engine Platform Coolant Filter
    • 15CSA10 Apr 28, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15CSA10 The Detroit CSC announcing a new feature ? Ability to attach files to an existing CSC
    • 15CSA9 Apr 28, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15CSA9 Release of DiagnosticLink® 8.02
    • 15-017 May 18, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15-017 Detroit: Updated Fuel Injector SDTs
    • 15-016 May 4, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15-016-DLR New Essential Tool For CPWA, CPPRA, Ltd CPPRA, & DSDWC Parties: Cadex CA-12 Battery Tester
    • 15-015 May 4, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15-015 Warranty Exclusions Reminder
    • 15-009 - Detroit Mar 16, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15-009_Detroit_New_SDTs
    • 15TL5 Mar 13, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15TL5 DAVCO Shop Pro® FXP 95
    • 15TL4 Mar 4, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15TL4 W470589050900 ? 3/8? Drive GEN2 Two-Stage Valve Socket
    • 15CSA4 Apr 16, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15CSA4 Holiday Schedule for the Detroit Customer Support Center
    • 15-010 Mar 30, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15-010-DLR Transmission Cooler Line Photos
    • 15-009 Mar 16, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      15-009 New Detroit Standard Diagnostic Times
    • 14TL5 Jul 29, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      14TL5 ABS Power Line Carrier Converter Available Through PDC
    • 14TL2 Jul 29, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      14TL2 DD Platform Engine Stand Adapter W060589023100
    • 14TS19 Jul 24, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      14TS19 DD Platform High Pressure Fuel Lines
    • 715-14 Jul 15, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      715-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Coolant Los
    • 714-14 Jul 14, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      714-14 Symptom Diagnostics - Low Engine Compression
    • 712-14 Jul 12, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      712-14 Engine Coolant Temperature
    • 14-028 Jul 28, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      14-028 Remy Extended Coverage Direct File
    • 14-027 Jul 23, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      14-027 Detroit's New Consolidated Labor Operations (CLOs
    • 14-026 Jul 21, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      14-026-DLR SelecTruck Warranty Enhancements
    • 14-024 Jul 14, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      14-024-DLR DTNA & JAD Highlights - Q1 & Q2
    • 14-023 Jul 14, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      14-023 Detroit Axles Pre-Approval Changes
    • 14-022 Jul 14, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      14-022 Pre-Approval Threshold Increase From $2,500 to $5,000 USD
    • ICI14-013 Jul 15, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ICI14-013-DLR FL655 - Revised Interim Bulletin
    • 16TS7 Mar 28, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      16TS7 Reman Diesel Particulate Filter Serial Number
    • 16-011 Mar 28, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      16-011 New Detroit Camshaft Housing Seal Standard Repair Time
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.