Driver frontal air bag inflator may rupture
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 sterling bullet 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured october 15, 2007, to november 10, 2008. the affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the driver or other occupants.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag, free of charge. the recall began on october 6, 2015. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl-684.
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FAQ: Recall 15V361000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V361000?
NHTSA recall 15V361000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on June 10, 2015. It addresses: Driver frontal air bag inflator may rupture. The recall affects approximately 2,601 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V361000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-684. 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.