Kalmar Solutions, Llc | NHTSA Recall #15V140000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V140000 by Kalmar Solutions, Llc. Affecting model year 2014-2015 ottawa terminal tractors manufactured june 20, 2014, to november 14, 2014 Includes 311 affected units, Battery Ground may Disconnect and Harness may Melt, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014-2015 ottawa terminal tractors manufactured june 20, 2014, to november 14, 2014

Defect Summary

Kalmar solutions, llc (kalmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 ottawa terminal tractors manufactured june 20, 2014, to november 14, 2014. due to improper routing, the battery ground cable may detach from its mounting on the transmission, and as a result, excessive current may travel through the vehicle's engine harness, melting it.

Corrective Action

Kalmar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery cable and correct its routing to eliminate stress on its attachment point, free of charge. the recall began on march 26, 2015. owners may contact kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6327.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V140000
Manufacturer: Kalmar Solutions, Llc
Report Received Date: 2015-03-11T00:00:00
Subject: Battery ground may disconnect and harness may melt
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 311

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Kalmar solutions, llc (kalmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 ottawa terminal tractors manufactured june 20, 2014, to november 14, 2014. due to improper routing, the battery ground cable may detach from its mounting on the transmission, and as a result, excessive current may travel through the vehicle's engine harness, melting it.
Consequence Summary: Melting of the engine harness may cause an electrical short and increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Kalmar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery cable and correct its routing to eliminate stress on its attachment point, free of charge. the recall began on march 26, 2015. owners may contact kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6327.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 46.3

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NHTSA ID: 15V140000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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