2025 Orange EV Husk-E recalls and problems
The 2025 Orange EV Husk-E has 7 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Orange EV dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2025 Orange EV Husk-E vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2025 Orange EV Husk-E recalls
Recall 26V-453: Structure
Problem: Orange EV is recalling certain 2023-2024 e-TRIEVER, 2020-2023 T-Series Tandem Terminal Truck, and 2024-2026 HUSK-e Tandem Terminal vehicles. Improper welding may cause frame rails to crack, leading to rail separation.
Risk: A detached rail can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the frame rails as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 22, 2026. Owners may contact Orange EV customer service at 1-866-688-5223. Orange EV's number for this recall is 2026-SRC-02.
Recall 26V-153: Seats
Problem: 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."
Risk: A seat that fails may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Recall 25V-612: Exterior Lighting
Problem: 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."
Risk: Hazard lights that do not remain on cannot warn other drivers of a disabled vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Recall 25V-571: Power Train
Problem: Orange EV (OEV) is recalling certain 2024-2025 HUSK-e Tandem terminal trucks. The driveshaft may contact and damage the passenger side brake chamber or brake chamber bracket.
Risk: Damaged brake components may cause a reduction of brake performance and unexpected activation of the emergency braking system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: OEV field service will inspect and replace the driveshaft and brake chamber components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2025. Owners may contact OEV customer service at 1-866-688-5223. OEV's number for this recall is 2025-SRC-06.
Recall 25V-445: Electrical System
Problem: 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.
Risk: The incorrect washer can cause the bus bar connection to loosen or open, resulting in electrical arcing and increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Recall 25V-367: Electrical System
Problem: Orange EV (OEV) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Husk-e terminal trucks. The high voltage short circuit protection system may have an inadequate fuse.
Risk: In the event of a short, the fuse may open too slowly or not at all, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Recall 25V-360: Steering
Problem: 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.
Risk: The loose bolts can cause steering system components to separate, resulting in loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2025 Orange EV Husk-E have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2025 Orange EV Husk-E: 26V-453 (structure), 26V-153 (seats), 25V-612 (exterior lighting), 25V-571 (power train), 25V-445 (electrical system) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Orange EV recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Orange EV dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.