NHTSA Recall 16V073000
Filed by Kalmar Solutions, LLC. Component: Electrical System. Reported 2016-02-09. An estimated 622 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Kalmar Solutions, LLC (Kalmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Ottawa T2 trucks manufactured July 14, 2014, to November 2, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a chassis power board that is not protected from moisture. Additionally, the bolts that mount the chassis power board may rub against the circuit board and cause an electrical short.
Risk
Exposure to moisture or rubbing from mounting bolts may result in an electrical short which can increase the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
Kalmar will install nylon washers to any truck that were not built with washers. The recall began on April 21, 2016. Owners may contact Kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6341.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.