Defect Description For Recall
Kalmar Is Recalling 612 My 1997-1007 Ottawa 30, 50, And 60 Dot/Epa Terminal Tractors Equipped With Suspensioned Rear Axles Or “Otto-Ride” Rear Suspensions For Failing To Conform To The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 106, ‘Brake Hoses.’ The Air Brake Hose Assembly Was Incorrectly Manufactured.
Make Of Vehicle
OTTAWA
Model Of Vehicle
30
Year
1997
Recall Campaign Number
07V256000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
If A Failure Occurred In The Air Line Installed On The Spring Brake Side Of The Brake Chamber, The Spring Brakes Would Apply. Sudden Application Of The Spring Brake While Traveling Could Lead To A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Hose. The Recall Began On October 22, 2008. Owners May Contact Kalmar At 1-785-229-6327.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kalmar Industries Corp
Start Of Manufacture
19970501
End Of Manufacture
20070531
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
612
Date Owners Notified
20081022
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kalmar Solutions, Llc
Date Report Received
20070613
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
106