Orange EV E-TRIEVER and T-Series Recall for Door Lock Issue
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Orange EV is recalling certain 2018-2026 electric trucks because the driver's side door handles may lack a lock, potentially failing to meet federal safety standards and increasing injury risk during crashes.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 8, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Orange EV is recalling certain vehicles because the driver's side door handles may be missing a lock, causing them to fail compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products include certain 2018-2023 T-Series Pure Electric terminal trucks and 2024-2026 e-TRIEVER terminal trucks. The total number of units affected is 1251. Specific models involved are: 2018-2023 T-Series Electric Truck and 2024-2026 E-TRIEVER from Orange EV. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V102000.
What You Should Do
Consumers should wait for owner notification letters expected to be mailed on April 13, 2026, and contact Orange EV customer service at 1-866-688-5223 for a free replacement of the door handles by OEV field service. Orange EV's recall number for this issue is 2026-SRC-01.
Why This Matters
This recall is significant because a door that cannot be locked may open unexpectedly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury to occupants. It highlights the importance of adhering to federal safety standards for vehicle door components.
Source
This information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For more details, refer to NHTSA Campaign Number 26V102000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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