Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

23V580000

ManufacturerNikola CorporationReported2023-10-06Affected209 vehicles

Park outside

What was wrong

Defect

Nikola Corporation (Nikola) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tre BEV vehicles. Coolant may leak inside the battery pack.

Risk

Leaking coolant can accumulate inside the battery pack, causing an electrical short and increasing the risk of fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures. The Main Battery Disconnect (MBD) switch should be left in the "ON" position at all times until the vehicle is repaired. Nikola will replace the battery packs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed by October 12, 2023. Owners may contact Nikola customer service at 1-630-808-4531. Nikola's number for this recall is 23VDC-0601.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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