The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·23V090000·Announced 2023-02-16

Nikola Recalls 2022 TRE BEV Trucks Due to Brake Pedal Defect

Nikola is recalling 2022 TRE BEV vehicles because a missing or improperly threaded screw may cause the brake pedal to detach, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake pedal detachment) that can cause a loss of braking function and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Nikola Corporation is recalling certain 2022 TRE BEV vehicles due to a defect in the service brakes. The shaft locking screw on the brake pedal may be missing or may not be fully threaded. This issue can cause the brake pedal to detach from the vehicle.

A detached brake pedal can result in a loss of pedal function, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall covers 137 vehicles manufactured in 2022.

Dealers will repair or replace the brake pedal units as necessary, free of charge. According to the notice, all vehicles were inspected and repaired by November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nikola customer service at 1-630-808-4531 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
NIKOLA TRE BEV
Brand
NIKOLA
Manufacturer
Nikola Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
137

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • TRE BEV

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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