CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Problem
- Hexagon Purus Systems USA LLC (Hexagon Purus) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tern RC8 vehicles. A software error may occur between the digital display cluster and the pressure sensors, causing the system to show the incorrect air brake pressure and falsely indicate a brake system failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
- Risk
- A display that does not show accurate information may fail to alert the driver to an actual brake issue, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hexagon Purus will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hexagon Purus' customer service at 1-949-359-8168.
What this recall means for you
A software error can cause the digital instrument display to show incorrect air brake pressure and falsely indicate a brake system failure. Because the display may not accurately show the brake condition, the driver may not be alerted to a real brake problem, which increases the risk of a crash.
Hexagon Purus will update the vehicle's software at no cost. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2026. If you own an affected vehicle, contact Hexagon Purus customer service at 1-949-359-8168 to schedule the free software update. You can also check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hexagon Purus Tern RC8 | 20252026 |
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