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Kalmar Ottawa T2E Recall 20V020: Transmission May Shift Unexpectedly, Risking Crashes

NHTSA campaign 20V020, reported January 15, 2020, 22 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

This recall covers certain 2019 Ottawa T2E battery electric vehicles. The transmission tailshaft speed sensor can be affected by electromagnetic interference, which may cause the transmission to shift unexpectedly.

Unexpected shifting can cause the vehicle to move without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners should be alert to any sudden or unintended vehicle movement.

Kalmar will notify owners, and TransPower will replace the transmission tailshaft sensor and update the software free of charge. Owners may contact Kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6327. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 20V020Kalmar Solutions, LLC
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Problem
Kalmar Solutions, LLC (Kalmar) is recalling certain 2019 Ottawa T2E battery electric vehicles. The transmission tailshaft speed sensor can be affected by electromagnetic interference, causing the transmission to shift unexpectedly.
Risk
The shifting of the transmission can cause unexpected vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kalmar will notify owners and TransPower will replace the transmission tail shaft sensor and update software, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Kalmar customer service at 1-785-229-6327.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Kalmar Ottawa T2E2019