Ottawa 50 2001

Model 50 made in 2001 by Ottawa got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning service brakes, air .

Model 2001

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
07V256000KALMAR INDUSTRIES CORPfrom 05/01/1997 to 05/31/2007V (Vehicle)61210/22/2008MFRKALMAR INDUSTRIES CORP06/13/200706/21/2007571106
Defect SummaryKalmar is recalling 612 my 1997-1007 ottawa 30, 50, and 60 dot/epa terminal tractors equipped with suspensioned rear axles or otto-ride rear suspensions for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, 'brake hoses.' the air brake hose assembly was incorrectly manufactured.
Consequence SummaryIf a failure occurred in the air line installed on the spring brake side of the brake chamber, the spring brakes would apply. sudden application of the spring brake while traveling could lead to a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the hose. the recall began on october 22, 2008. owners may contact kalmar at 1-785-229-6327.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.