CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT
- Problem
- Nikola Corporation (Nikola) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tre BEV vehicles. Coolant may leak inside the battery pack.
- Risk
- Leaking coolant can accumulate inside the battery pack, causing an electrical short and increasing the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures. The Main Battery Disconnect (MBD) switch should be left in the "ON" position at all times until the vehicle is repaired. Nikola will replace the battery packs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed by October 12, 2023. Owners may contact Nikola customer service at 1-630-808-4531. Nikola's number for this recall is 23VDC-0601.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Coolant may leak inside the battery pack of these electric trucks. The leaking coolant can collect inside the pack, causing an electrical short and increasing the risk of a fire.
Until the vehicle is repaired, owners are advised to park it outside and away from structures. Leave the Main Battery Disconnect (MBD) switch in the "ON" position at all times. Nikola will replace the battery packs free of charge at no cost to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed by October 12, 2023. To check whether your VIN is affected, or for questions, contact Nikola customer service at 1-630-808-4531, referencing recall number 23VDC-0601.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Nikola TRE BEV | 20222023 |
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