Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Terminal Tractors Equipped With Bendix Air Modulator Valves, The Electrical Wiring To The Air Modulator Brake Valves From The Electronic Control Module (Ecm) Is Incorrect. The Wires To The “Exhaust” And “Hold” ConneCTIons On The Brake Modulator Valves Are Reversed.
Make Of Vehicle
OTTAWA
Model Of Vehicle
COMMANDO 30
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
06V306000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module
Effect Of Defect
In An Anti-Lock Braking Event, This Will Cause The Anti-Lock Braking System (Abs) To MalfunCTIon. The Abs Performance Will Be Degraded, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Provide Owners With 4 Modulator Valve Jumper Harnesses For Installation. Owners Should Have This Remedy Done By An Individual Who Is Familiar With “Bendix” Air Modulator Valves And Basic Electrical Assembly Procedures. The Recall Began On August 4, 2006. Owners May Contact Ottawa Truck At 785-242-2200.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kalmar Industries Corp
Start Of Manufacture
20020901
End Of Manufacture
20060721
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2044
Date Owners Notified
20060828
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kalmar Solutions, Llc
Date Report Received
20060807