Recall 16V073 covers 622 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 trucks for chassis power board short-circuit fire risk. Repair is free at a franchised Kalmar dealer.
Kalmar is recalling 622 2014-2016 Ottawa T2 trucks because the chassis power board is not protected from moisture and mounting bolts can rub against the circuit board. An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire, and the Kalmar dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The chassis power board on 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 trucks distributes electrical power from the truck's main supply to chassis circuits. It is a circuit board, so it needs separation from metal hardware and protection from moisture to keep current flowing only where it belongs.
On these trucks, the board is not protected from moisture. The mounting bolts and washers also sit against the board without proper insulation. As the truck moves and vibrates, the metal hardware rubs the circuit board. That abrasion can create an electrical short at the chassis power distribution center, which can lead to board failure and fire risk.
Remedied boards use nylon insulators on both sides of the power distribution center where it fastens to the vehicle. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
This recall spans three model years tied to the same electrical system component.
| 2014 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2015 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | electrical system |
| 2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | electrical system |
| Units affected | 622 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Exposure to moisture or rubbing from mounting bolts can create an electrical short and increase the risk of a fire. Schedule the washer inspection and repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Kalmar dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 is included in this recall.
- Contact Kalmar customer service to confirm whether the free nylon-washer repair is open for your truck.
- Schedule the nylon-washer installation that protects the chassis power board from moisture and bolt rub once Kalmar opens the repair.
- Reference recall number 16V073 when you call or visit a franchised Kalmar service location.
- Keep the truck away from water intrusion around the chassis power board area until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Kalmar has identified the repair for this recall: the technician checks whether the chassis power board mounting area was built with nylon washers and installs the washers on trucks that are missing them. Because the remedy status is still listed as under development, treat the final dealer repair as not open for scheduling yet. The dealer repair will be free once Kalmar makes it available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| February 9, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 21, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V073?
Recall 16V073 covers 622 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 trucks with a chassis power board that lacks moisture protection. Mounting bolts can also rub against the circuit board, causing an electrical short and increasing fire risk.
What should I do if my 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 16V073. If it is, contact a franchised Kalmar service location or Kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6341. Ask about the nylon-washer repair and reference recall 16V073 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Kalmar's remedy is to install nylon washers on affected Ottawa T2 trucks that were not built with washers, so parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an electrical short near the chassis power board. Moisture exposure or bolt contact with the circuit board can create a short, which increases the risk of a fire. Confirm your VIN and arrange the Kalmar repair if your truck is included.
What if I bought my Kalmar Ottawa T2 used?
The free recall repair still applies to an included truck. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN, then give the dealer or Kalmar customer service recall number 16V073 so they can confirm the repair path for your truck.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V073000 |
|---|---|
| Kalmar customer service | 1-785-229-6341 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V073 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V073000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →