Recall 23V029 affects 128 2022 Kalmar Ottawa T2 vehicles for a cab tilt cylinder that can separate. Repair is free at any franchised Kalmar dealer.
Kalmar is recalling 128 2022 Ottawa T2 vehicles because the cab tilt hydraulic cylinder used during maintenance and inspection can come apart when extended, and the cab can fall forward. A falling cab increases the risk of injury to anyone standing in front of it, and Kalmar dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The cab tilt cylinder on the 2022 Kalmar Ottawa T2 is a hydraulic lift cylinder used during maintenance and inspection. It raises and lowers the cab so a technician can reach components underneath. When the cylinder is extended, it has to hold the cab's weight while the work area is open.
On recalled trucks, some cylinders from Precision Hydraulic Cylinders were built without all retainers installed. Those retainers keep the rod locked inside the cylinder body. Without them, the rod can pull out by hand or be forced out under hydraulic pressure. If that happens while the cab is raised, the cylinder separates and the cab can fall forward.
There is no warning sign before failure. A cylinder that allows the rod to pull out under hand force is defective; if the rod stays captured during that check, the cylinder is not considered part of this defect.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Kalmar Ottawa T2 | Hoses/cables/rods/gears/strut/cylinder |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 128 |
| 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 this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
A cab that falls forward can injure anyone standing in front of it. There is no warning sign before the cab falls forward, so keep people clear of the front of the cab and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Kalmar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Kalmar Ottawa T2 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kalmar dealer to schedule the free cab tilt cylinder replacement that keeps the raised cab from falling forward.
- Bring the recall notice if you received one, and reference recall number 23V029 when you call.
- Keep people clear of the front of the cab when the cab is raised until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kalmar technician replaces the cab tilt cylinder that raises and lowers the cab for maintenance and inspection. The free dealer repair is available now, and the recall covers the replacement parts and labor. Kalmar has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who paid for this repair before the recall notice. Bring paid repair invoices or other documentation to Kalmar customer service or the service desk so they can review the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 26, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 10, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 10, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 20, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V029?
Recall 23V029 covers 128 2022 Kalmar Ottawa T2 vehicles with a cab tilt hydraulic cylinder that can come apart while extended. If that happens, the cab can fall forward and increase injury risk to someone standing in front of it.
What should I do if my 2022 Kalmar Ottawa T2 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V029. If it is, contact a Kalmar dealer to schedule the cab tilt cylinder replacement. Reference recall 23V029 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost, and Kalmar dealers will replace the cab tilt cylinder free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for the recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury during cab access or service. When the cab tilt cylinder is extended, it can separate and allow the cab to fall forward. Keep people clear of the front of the cab until a Kalmar dealer completes the cylinder replacement.
When were owners notified about recall 23V029?
Kalmar mailed owner notification letters on April 20, 2023. If you bought the vehicle used or never received the letter, check your VIN and call Kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6327 with recall 23V029.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V029000 |
|---|---|
| Kalmar customer service | 1-785-229-6327 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V029 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V029000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →