Recall 16V189 covers 1,698 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 vehicles with inaccurate brake air pressure gauges. Repair is free at any franchised Kalmar dealer.
Kalmar is recalling 1,698 2014-2016 Ottawa T2 vehicles because the brake system air pressure gauge can show the wrong pressure level. If the gauge does not display proper air pressure, the driver has less reliable brake-pressure information and the risk of a crash increases; the Kalmar dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The air brake pressure gauge in a 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 tells the operator how much air pressure is available in the brake system. Air brakes depend on stored air pressure, and the dash gauge is the operator's quick check that the system is in the right range before and during use.
On these trucks, the air pressure sensors do not match the accuracy needed for the dash gauge. The gauge can show an inaccurate pressure level instead of the actual brake system pressure. That gives the operator the wrong reading from a system that is supposed to confirm brake pressure clearly.
The warning sign is a higher-than-expected pressure reading on the gauge when the air compressor stops running. If the reading looks unusually high at that moment, the gauge is not giving the operator a dependable picture of the air brake system.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2014-2016 model years, all tied to the same brake-system component.
| 2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2015 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | brake system |
| 2014 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | brake system |
| Units affected | 1,698 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
For recall 16V189, a wrong brake system pressure reading can leave the operator without proper air pressure information, increasing the risk of a crash. Watch for higher than expected pressure readings when the air compressor stops, and schedule the 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.
- Review Kalmar's owner notice, mailed on June 3, 2016, before scheduling the final repair.
- Contact a franchised Kalmar dealer to ask when the free air-pressure-sensor replacement that fixes the inaccurate brake air pressure gauge is available for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 16V189 when you call the dealer or Kalmar customer service.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and stop if the air pressure gauge reading does not look right.
What happens at the repair
Kalmar's filed remedy says dealers will replace the air system pressure sensors at no charge. Because the remedy status is still listed as under development, do not assume the final dealer repair is open until Kalmar or the dealer confirms it. Once available, a Kalmar technician replaces the affected pressure sensors so the brake system air pressure gauge can read correctly. Kalmar has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented prior repairs. If you already paid for this repair, ask Kalmar customer service what paperwork is required.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 4, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 15, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| April 15, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 29, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 3, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V189?
Recall 16V189 covers 1,698 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 vehicles with an air brake pressure gauge that does not display the accurate air pressure level. The issue violates FMVSS 121 for air brake systems and increases crash risk. Kalmar dealers replace the air system pressure sensors for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Ottawa T2 is included in recall 16V189. If it is, contact a franchised Kalmar dealer to schedule replacement of the air system pressure sensors. Reference recall number 16V189 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and Kalmar's remedy says dealers will replace the air system pressure sensors free of charge. Owners can contact Kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6327.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is an inaccurate air pressure reading in the air brake system. If the gauge shows the wrong pressure level, the driver can misjudge whether the brake system has proper air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V189000 |
|---|---|
| Kalmar customer service | 1-785-229-6327 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V189 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V189000 |
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 →