Kalmar Solutions: Park Outside: Printed Circuit Board May Short Circuit And Cause Fire
Kalmar is recalling certain Ottawa T2 terminal tractors from 2014-2026 because a damaged printed circuit board may short circuit and cause a fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the engine off. Owners should park their vehicles outside and away from buildings until the repair is completed. Kalmar will rewire the cabin power system and add a fuse at no cost to owners.
- Recalling firm
- Kalmar Solutions, LLC
- Product
- Kalmar Solutions, LLC (Kalmar) is recalling certain 2014-2026 Ottawa T2 4X2 and 2016-2026 T2 6X4 DOT/EPA terminal tractors. The printed circuit board (PCB) insulation may become damaged, resulting in a short circuit.
- Reason
- A short circuit increases the risk of a fire even when the vehicle is parked and the ignition is in the 'Off' position. Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until their vehicle is repaired. Kalmar will rewire the cabin power and add a 5A fuse to the PCB circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by December 4, 2026. Owners may contact Kalmar customer service at 1-888-229-6300, select option 4, then option 2.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-10-05
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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