Recall 10V249 affects 278 2008-2009 Sterling 360 trucks for ABS ground harness corrosion that can overheat the motor. Repair is free at a franchised Sterling dealer.
Sterling is recalling 278 2008-2009 Sterling 360 vehicles under recall 10V249 because corrosion in the ABS hydraulic unit ground harness connector can make the ABS hydraulic motor run continuously. That motor can overheat and result in a fire, and the Sterling dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The ABS hydraulic unit on the 2008-2009 Sterling 360 is part of the service brake system. ABS means anti-lock braking system, and the hydraulic unit helps control brake fluid pressure so the wheels do not lock during hard braking. A ground harness connector gives that unit the electrical return path it needs to operate correctly.
On affected Sterling 360 trucks, intrusion can corrode the ground harness connector for the ABS hydraulic unit. Corrosion creates a poor electrical connection, and the ABS hydraulic motor can keep running instead of shutting off after it has done its job. That continuous operation is the failure described in recall 10V249.
There is no warning sign before failure. The notice does not identify a light, sound, pedal change, or other owner-visible symptom that reliably appears before the connector corrodes.
Who's affected?
Covers two model years for the same hydraulic brake system.
| 2008 Sterling 360 | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2009 Sterling 360 | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 278 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
An overheating ABS hydraulic motor can result in a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and avoid delaying service, even if the truck feels normal. Repair will be free at any franchised Sterling dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2009 Sterling 360 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Sterling dealer and ask whether the ABS ground-harness repair for recall number 10V249 is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the ABS ground-harness replacement and ABS hydraulic unit inspection that fixes corrosion at the connector.
- Bring the owner letter mailed on October 19, 2010, or reference recall number 10V249 when you call.
- Drive only after confirming with the dealer that the ABS hydraulic motor fire-risk repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The known dealer remedy is to replace the ground sub harness with a properly waterproofed harness. Once the repair is available, a Sterling technician will also inspect the ABS hydraulic unit and connector terminals for damage or corrosion, then replace damaged parts when needed. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| June 8, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 19, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V249?
Recall 10V249 covers 278 2008-2009 Sterling 360 vehicles with an ABS hydraulic unit ground harness connector that can corrode from water intrusion. The ABS hydraulic motor can run continuously, overheat, and result in a fire. Sterling will replace the ground sub harness for free.
What should I do if my 2008-2009 Sterling 360 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 10V249. If it is, contact a franchised Sterling service location to schedule the ground sub harness replacement and ABS hydraulic unit inspection. Reference recall 10V249 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Sterling will replace the ground sub harness with a properly waterproofed harness, inspect the ABS hydraulic unit and connector terminals, and replace damaged or corroded parts if needed for free.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. If corrosion affects the ABS hydraulic unit ground harness connector, the ABS hydraulic motor can run continuously and overheat. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair and ask the service desk whether the vehicle needs special handling before your appointment.
What if I bought my Sterling 360 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2008-2009 Sterling 360 is included, then call a franchised Sterling service location with recall 10V249 and your VIN.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V249000 |
|---|---|
| Sterling customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V249 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V249000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →