How many recalls does the 2023 Orange EV Husk-E have?

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2023 Orange EV Husk-E as of October 16, 2026. Each includes the defect description, safety consequence, and the remedy Orange EV will perform. New recalls can be issued at any time; this page is refreshed from NHTSA daily.

How do I tell if my 2023 Orange EV Husk-E is affected by a recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN — stamped at the base of the windshield on the driver side and on the door jamb sticker — at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall; the list on this page covers every campaign for the 2023 Orange EV Husk-E.

Are recall repairs on a 2023 Orange EV Husk-E free?

Usually. Federal law requires Orange EV to remedy recalls on the 2023 Husk-E free of charge at an authorized Orange EV dealer, regardless of how many owners the vehicle has had or how many miles are on the odometer — unless it was first sold more than 15 years before the recall was issued (5 years for tires).

Does a recall on the 2023 Orange EV Husk-E affect resale value?

An open recall can reduce resale value; a recall that has been repaired (documented in the vehicle history report) generally does not. Before you buy or sell a used 2023 Orange EV Husk-E, check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm every recall has been remedied.

How many owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Orange EV Husk-E?

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA on the 2023 Orange EV Husk-E.

NHTSA vehicle safety data

2023 Orange EV Husk-E Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2023 Orange EV Husk-E has 8 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Orange EV dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2023 Orange EV Husk-E. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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SEATS

NHTSA #26V153000

Reported March 16, 2026 · Orange EV

Potentially affected: 462 vehicles

Defect description

Orange EV (OEV) is recalling certain 2022-2023 T-Series Pure Electric Terminal Trucks, 2023-2025 e-TRIEVER, and 2023-2026 HUSK-e terminal trucks. The optional foldaway training seat may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Safety consequence

A seat that fails may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to limit the use of the the training seat until repairs have been completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by April 24, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact OEV customer service at 1-866-688-5223. OEV's number for this recall is 2026-SRC-02.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS

NHTSA #25V612000

Reported September 12, 2025 · Orange EV

Potentially affected: 1,378 vehicles

Defect description

Orange EV (OEV) is recalling certain 2017-2024 T-Series, 2023-2025 e-TRIEVER, and HUSK-e terminal trucks. The hazard warning lights may turn off when the ignition is in the 'Off' position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety consequence

Hazard lights that do not remain on cannot warn other drivers of a disabled vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

OEV field service will install a new hazard light wire harness and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed by November 24, 2025. Owners may contact OEV customer service at 1-866-688-5223. OEV's number for this recall is 2025-SRC-07.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CRITICAL FASTENERS

NHTSA #25V445000

Reported June 27, 2025 · Orange EV

Potentially affected: 20 vehicles

Defect description

Orange EV (OEV) is recalling certain 2023-2025 HUSK-e terminal trucks previously remedied under Recall 25V367 (2025-SRC-04). The wrong size washer was installed in the thermal fuse bolted joint during the previous repair.

Safety consequence

The incorrect washer can cause the bus bar connection to loosen or open, resulting in electrical arcing and increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

OEV will install the correctly sized washer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2025. Owners may contact OEV customer service at 1-866-688-5223. OEV's number for this recall is 2025-SRC-05.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT

NHTSA #25V367000

Reported June 2, 2025 · Orange EV

Potentially affected: 47 vehicles

Defect description

Orange EV (OEV) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Husk-e terminal trucks. The high voltage short circuit protection system may have an inadequate fuse.

Safety consequence

In the event of a short, the fuse may open too slowly or not at all, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

OEV will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2025. Owners may contact OEV customer service at 1-866-688-5223. OEV's number for this recall is 2025-SRC-04.

STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS

NHTSA #25V360000

Reported May 30, 2025 · Orange EV

Potentially affected: 968 vehicles

Defect description

Orange EV is recalling certain 2023-2025 HUSK-e, e-TRIEVER, and 2022-2024 T-Series trucks. The bolts securing the upper steering shaft clamp may have been improperly tightened.

Safety consequence

The loose bolts can cause steering system components to separate, resulting in loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Orange EV service will replace the upper steering shaft clamp bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Orange EV customer service at 1-866-688-5223.

TIRES

NHTSA #25V122000

Reported February 27, 2025 · Orange EV

Potentially affected: 24 vehicles

Defect description

Orange EV is recalling certain 2023-2024 HUSK-e XP terminal trucks. The rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the federal placard is incorrect and the installed tires and rims may be inadequate for the truck's intended use. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."

Safety consequence

An incorrect GAWR and an inadequate tire and rim combination can lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

OEV will replace the federal placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2025. Owners may contact Orange EV customer service at 1-866-688-5223.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9171), or go to www.safercar.gov.

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

NHTSA #24V964000

Reported December 20, 2024 · Orange EV

Potentially affected: 148 vehicles

Defect description

Orange EV (OEV) is recalling certain 2023-2024 HUSK-e, 2023-2025 e-TRIEVERs, and 2018-2023 T-Series trucks built with frame extenders. The frame extenders obstruct the rear turn signals, reverse, brake, and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety consequence

Obstructed rear lights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to pedestrians or other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to limit on-road use while operating without a trailer until the remedy is completed. OEV will relocate the rear taillights and replace the original with combination lights, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed February 21, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact OEV customer service at 1-866-688-5223.

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 nhtsa.gov.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

NHTSA #24V965000

Reported December 20, 2024 · Orange EV

Potentially affected: 1,276 vehicles

Defect description

Orange EV is recalling certain 2023-2024 HUSK-e, 2023-2025 e-TRIEVER, and 2017-2024 T-Series trucks. The front side marker lights may be missing, and the passenger front side reflectors may be in the incorrect location. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety consequence

Missing or incorrectly positioned lights and reflectors can reduce the trailers visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to limit on-road use while operating without a trailer until the remedy is available. Orange EV will install front side marker lights and relocate the front reflectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Orange EV customer service at 1-866-688-5223.

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 nhtsa.gov.

Other Orange EV Husk-E model years

Check your 2023 Orange EV Husk-E VIN

Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Orange EV Husk-E at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.

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