2020 Orange EV T-Series (Orange EV) – emergency guide documentation issue (2024)
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2020 ORANGE EV T-SERIES ELECTRIC TRUCK
Brand
ORANGE EV
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2020
Orange EV is recalling certain 2020 ORANGE EV T-SERIES ELECTRIC TRUCK vehicles due to equipment:other:owners/service/other manual issues. Incorrect lockout instructions can mislead the operator into thinking the high voltage system is shut down, increasing the risk of injury by electrica.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Orange EV (OEV) is recalling certain 2017-2024 T-Series and 2023-2024 e-TRIEVER terminal trucks. The Emergency Response Guide (ERG), operator, maintenance, and service manuals incorrectly state that the emergency stop button in the vehicle cab will shut off and lock out the high voltage system.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Incorrect lockout instructions can mislead the operator into thinking the high voltage system is shut down, increasing the risk of injury by electrical shock.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
OEV will provide corrected ERG, operator, and maintenance manuals and add additional warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2024. Owners may contact OEV customer service at 1-866-688-5223. OEV's number for this recall is 2024-SRC-01.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026