Low pressure fuel line
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 sterling l-line vehicles configured with car hauler bodies and chassis, and equipped with epa04 mbe4000 engines with a fuel filter mounted at the rear of the engine, manufactured from september 13, 2004, through october 10, 2007. the lower low pressure fuel lines between the primary fuel pump and the engine mounted fuel filter, and the upper low pressure fuel line between the engine mounted fuel filter and the engine block may develop a substantial diesel fuel leak from cracking, or from abrasion due to contact with other components.
Safety Consequence
Fuel leak onto the roadway could cause a slippery road surface that could result in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the upper and lower low pressure fuel lines with a more robust fuel lines. this service will be performed free of charge. dtna will notify owners of the recall during april 2011. the safety recall began on november 1, 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
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FAQ: Recall 11V136000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V136000?
NHTSA recall 11V136000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on February 25, 2011. It addresses: Low pressure fuel line. The recall affects approximately 2,013 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V136000 or the manufacturer campaign number 11C1. 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.