2006–2007 Ottawa 30 & 2006–2007 Ottawa 4X2 Dot/epa + 3 more recall: windows, wipers & mirrors
⚠️ What's wrong
On certain terminal tractors, the heater/air-conditioning (AC) duct under the dash was not properly routed or secured. Chaffing may occur exposing the steel spiral reinforcement.
💥 The risk
If this reinforcement is contacted with an electrical power connector, such as the power stud on the firewall, it may cause an electrical short resulting in a spark and potential fire.
🔧 The fix
Owners will be provided with instructions on how to inspect their vehicle for the presence of the defective heater/AC hose duct. If after inspection, the vehicle is determined to have an improper heater/AC hose, kalmar will send a replacement heater/AC hose. The recall began on february 11, 2008. Owners may contact kalmar at 1-786-229-6327.
Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
- NHTSA campaign
- 07V572000
- Manufacturer
- KALMAR INDUSTRIES CORP
- Vehicles affected
- 915
- Component
- VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Feb 11, 2008
- Built
- Sep 26, 2006 – Aug 27, 2007
- Recall started by
- MFR
- Notes
- Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.