2019 Kalmar Ottawa T2E Recall: Transmission tailshaft speed sensor can be affected by electromagnetic…
NHTSA campaign 20V020000 · Power Train · filed Jan 15, 2020 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
The shifting of the transmission can cause unexpected vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Kalmar | Ottawa T2E | 2019 |
Related recalls
Other campaigns involving Kalmar vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 20V020000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.