2022–2023 Nikola Tre Bev: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 23V580000 · 209 units potentially affected · filed Oct 6, 2023
What's wrong
Nikola Corporation (Nikola) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tre BEV vehicles. Coolant may leak inside the battery pack.
Why it matters
Leaking coolant can accumulate inside the battery pack, causing an electrical short and increasing the risk of fire.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V580000
- Manufacturer no.
- 23VDC-0601
- Manufacturer
- Nikola Corporation
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT
- Units affected
- 209
- Report received
- Oct 6, 2023
- Owner letters
- Oct 12, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Nikola Tre Bev 2022, 2023