Recall 16V951 affects 1,639 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 vehicles for unsealed chassis power boards. Free replacement at any franchised Kalmar dealer.
Kalmar is recalling 1,639 2014-2016 Ottawa T2 vehicles because the chassis power board lacks moisture protection. Moisture exposure can cause an electrical short and raise the risk of fire; the dealer repair will be free once Kalmar makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The chassis power board in a 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 is the electrical distribution point for chassis-mounted equipment. It routes power from the vehicle's electrical system to components mounted on the chassis, so those components receive power through the right circuits while the truck is in use.
On affected Ottawa T2 vehicles, that printed circuit board was not sealed against moisture. Water can reach the board and disturb the electrical paths that carry power through it. Kalmar's updated design removes the single exposed board and replaces it with sealed relay and fuse modules, with added protection against abrasion.
The warning sign is loss of power to electrical components mounted on the chassis. That symptom means the distribution board is no longer supplying those components correctly.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2014, 2015, and 2016 model years, all under the same electrical system scope.
| 2014 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2015 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | electrical system |
| 2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | electrical system |
| Units affected | 1,639 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Moisture exposure can short the chassis power distribution center and increase the risk of a fire. Loss of power to chassis mounted electrical components is the warning sign to treat seriously. Drive cautiously and arrange dealer service 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 a franchised Kalmar dealer to schedule the free chassis power distribution center replacement that protects the power board from moisture.
- Bring the recall notice if Kalmar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V951 when you call.
- Call Kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6341 with questions about dealer scheduling.
- Avoid parking near heat sources or combustible materials until the sealed-module repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kalmar technician replaces the chassis power distribution center with sealed modules so moisture is kept away from the power board. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Kalmar also states that vehicles repaired under the earlier related campaign still need this recall remedy, so a prior repair does not close this recall for an included VIN.
Timeline
| December 27, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 3, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V951?
Recall 16V951 covers 1,639 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 vehicles with a chassis power board that lacks moisture protection. Water exposure can cause an electrical short and increase fire risk. Kalmar dealers replace the chassis power distribution center with sealed modules for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2014-2016 Kalmar Ottawa T2 is included in recall 16V951. If it is, contact a franchised Kalmar dealer to schedule replacement of the chassis power distribution center with sealed modules. Reference recall number 16V951 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Kalmar's remedy says dealers will replace the chassis power distribution center with sealed modules free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The chassis power board lacks moisture protection, and water exposure can create an electrical short. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair so the unsealed power distribution center is replaced with sealed modules.
What if recall 16V-073 was already completed on my Ottawa T2?
You still need this recall remedy if your VIN is included. Kalmar says recall 16V951 supersedes recall 16V-073, and any vehicle repaired under that earlier campaign still needs the chassis power distribution center replacement for this recall.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V951000 |
|---|---|
| Kalmar customer service | 1-785-229-6341 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V951 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V951000 |
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 →