Ottawa 30 (1998) – 07V256000

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

1998

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