2001 Ottawa 50
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2001 Ottawa 50. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 2001 Ottawa 50. Newest first.
Kalmar 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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If 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.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hose. the recall began on october 22, 2008. Owners may contact kalmar at 1-785-229-6327.
Every Ottawa 50 model year
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