Orange EV E-TRIEVER and T-Series Recall for Door Lock Issue

Vehicle Recalls high NHTSA · · United States

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.

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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.

Source: NHTSA Official Notice

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is this vehicle recalls alert about?
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.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NHTSA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with NHTSA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more vehicle recalls alerts?
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