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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15V140000

2014 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | 2015 Kalmar Ottawa T2 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables

Published March 11, 2015 · Recall initiated: March 11, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15V140000, published March 11, 2015. Recalling firm: Kalmar Solutions, LLC; 2014 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | 2015 Kalmar Ottawa T2 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables.

What's the hazard

Kalmar Solutions, LLC (Kalmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ottawa terminal tractors manufactured June 20, 2014, to November 14, 2014. Due to improper routing, the battery ground cable may detach from its mounting on the transmission, and as a result, excessive current may travel through the vehicle's engine harness, melting it.

What to do

Kalmar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery cable and correct its routing to eliminate stress on its attachment point, free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2015. Owners may contact Kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6327.

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Recall details

Brand
KALMAR
Model
OTTAWA T2
Manufacturer
Kalmar Solutions, LLC
Lot
2014 KALMAR OTTAWA T2 | 2015 KALMAR OTTAWA T2
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2014 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | 2015 Kalmar Ottawa T2 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V140000 on March 11, 2015. Reported hazard: Kalmar Solutions, LLC (Kalmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ottawa terminal tractors manufactured June 20, 2014, to November 14, 2014. Due to improper routing, the battery ground cable may detach from its mounting on the transmission, and as a result, excessive current may travel through the vehicle's engine harness, melting it.

What should I do if I have this product?

Kalmar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery cable and correct its routing to eliminate stress on its attachment point, free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2015. Owners may contact Kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6327.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KALMAR. Model: OTTAWA T2.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)