CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Sterling Acterra has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (2 reports).
2006 Sterling Acterra recalls
Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk
Some heavy trucks may have an air brake reservoir (tank) that is too small to meet federal brake standards.
Most common 2006 Sterling Acterra problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 STERLING ACTERRA. WHILE BACKING THE VEHICLE INTO THE GARAGE, THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE AND IT ACCELERATED, BUT WOULD NOT STOP. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STUCK AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. THE CONTACT STRUCK TWO OTHER VEHICLES. THE ENTIRE PASSENGER SIDE WAS CRUSHED IN AND SUSTAINED $1,800 WORTH OF DAMAGE. ONE OF THE TWO VEHICLES AS WELL AS THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS TOWED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 142,208. UPDATED 03/11/08. *LJ
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 STERLING ACTERRA. THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO DRIVE AND, WHEN HE DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, IT BECAME STUCK. HE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AS HARD AS POSSIBLE, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS OCCURRED ONCE BEFORE WHILE ATTEMPTING TO BACK UP. THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 141,000. UPDATED 02/15/08. *LJ THE CONSUMER HIT 2 OTHER VEHICLES. HE WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE.
2006 Sterling Acterra questions
Does the 2006 Sterling Acterra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2006 Sterling Acterra: Insufficient air brake reservoir may reduce braking, raising crash risk; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine; Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Power Train:Axle Assembly; Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Sterling Acterra?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Sterling Acterra has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.