Electrical system
- Component
- Electrical system
- Manufacturer
- Kalmar Solutions, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 16,127
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2026-10-05
Defect description
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.
Safety risk
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire even when the vehicle is parked and the ignition is in the 'Off' position.
Manufacturer 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.