Orange EV Recalls Terminal Trucks Over Training Seat Safety Standard Violations

Source: NHTSA · United States

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Orange EV is recalling over 3,600 electric terminal trucks because optional training seats may fail to meet federal safety standards, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss

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What Happened

Orange EV (OEV) has issued a recall for several models of its electric terminal trucks due to a defect in the optional foldaway training seat. According to the manufacturer, these seats may fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects an estimated 3,696 units across the following model lines:

  • Orange EV T-Series Pure Electric Terminal Trucks: Model years 2022-2023
  • Orange EV e-TRIEVER: Model years 2023-2025
  • Orange EV HUSK-e: Model years 2023-2026

What You Should Do

Owners are advised to limit the use of the foldaway training seat until the necessary repairs have been completed. Orange EV is currently developing a remedy for the issue. Interim notification letters are expected to be mailed to owners by April 24, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Orange EV customer service at 1-866-688-5223 and reference recall number 2026-SRC-02.

Why This Matters

A seat that fails to meet federal safety standards may not properly restrain an occupant during a collision. This failure increases the risk of serious injury to the person using the training seat during a crash.

Source

This recall is documented under NHTSA Campaign Number 26V153000. For more information, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NHTSA vehicle recall.

What is this NHTSA vehicle recall about?
Orange EV is recalling over 3,600 electric terminal trucks because optional training seats may fail to meet federal safety standards, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
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 updates?
Browse the full Vehicle Recalls feed on Areazine at areazine.com/recalls/vehicles/ for the latest updates from NHTSA and other agencies.