2017 Kalmar OTTAWA T2 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 open recalls for the 2017 Kalmar OTTAWA T2. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer, however old the vehicle is.

Recall data as of Oct 17, 2026 — NHTSA. For a live answer, run the check yourself, or see the latest recalls.

Electrical System

NEWPARK OUTSIDE
What's wrong:
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.
Risk:
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire even when the vehicle is parked and the ignition is in the 'Off' position.
What to do:
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.

NHTSA campaign 26V648000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Oct 5, 2026.

Supply Reservoir/Tank

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK

What's wrong:
Kalmar Solutions, LLC (Kalmar) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ottawa T2 6X4 vehicles. The air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk:
Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
What to do:
Dealers will replace the air tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6327.

NHTSA campaign 24V620000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Aug 19, 2024.

How recall repairs work

  • Repairs are free at any franchised Kalmar dealer — regardless of the vehicle's age or whether you bought it new.
  • Bring the NHTSA campaign number; it's printed on each recall above and on the sheet you can print here.
  • Call ahead: some recalls are announced before parts are available, and the dealer can tell you when yours are in.
  • Your VIN tells the dealer whether your exact vehicle is affected — the free check accepts one and never stores it.

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