2025–2026 Hexagon Purus Tern RC8: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 26V253000 · 17 units potentially affected · filed Apr 20, 2026
What's wrong
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."
Why it matters
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.
The fix
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V253000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- Hexagon Purus Systems Usa Llc
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Units affected
- 17
- Report received
- Apr 20, 2026
- Owner letters
- Jun 19, 2026
- 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
- Hexagon Purus Tern RC8 2025, 2026