NHTSAEQUIPMENT
Orange EV - Incorrect GAWR on Federal Placard/FMVSS 120
Published: February 27, 2025Recall ID: 25V122000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
An incorrect GAWR and an inadequate tire and rim combination can lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Orange EV is recalling certain 2023-2024 HUSK-e XP terminal trucks. The rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the federal placard is incorrect and the installed tires and rims may be inadequate for the truck's intended use. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."
Affected Products
Incorrect GAWR on Federal Placard/FMVSS 120
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Incorrect GAWR on Federal Placard/FMVSS 120 |
| Nhtsa id | 25V122000 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V122000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Orange EV |
| Defect summary | Orange EV is recalling certain 2023-2024 HUSK-e XP terminal trucks. The rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the federal placard is incorrect and the installed tires and rims may be inadequate for the truck's intended use. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars." |
| Completion rate | 0.00 |
| Corrective action | OEV will replace the federal placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2025. Owners may contact Orange EV customer service at 1-866-688-5223. |
| Consequence summary | An incorrect GAWR and an inadequate tire and rim combination can lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | 2025-SRC-01 |
| Potentially affected | 24 |
| Report received date | 2025-02-27T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |