Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V398000 Reported August 14, 2008

Turbocharger mounting bracket

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · Engine And Engine Cooling · 146 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V398000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-535
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
146
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 14, 2008

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling 146 my 2008 sterling 360 trucks. improperly aligned bolt holes on the turbocharger mounting bracket may lead to cracking in the turbocharger housing.

Safety Consequence

Exhaust gases can be released from the crack in the turbocharger housing, which in the worst case, could potentially lead to a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the installation and the turbocharger bracket will be replaced with a redesigned bracket, which alleviates the bolt hole misalignment. the recall is expected to begin on or before march 13, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 08V398000 or campaign FL-535.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V398000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V398000?

NHTSA recall 08V398000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on August 14, 2008. It addresses: Turbocharger mounting bracket. The recall affects approximately 146 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V398000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-535. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.