Gear box: shaft pitmanRecall 21V-827 · 2019–2021 Orange Ev T-series Electric Truck
Orange EV recall 21V-827 covers 252 2019–2021 Orange Ev T-series Electric Truck for a gear box: shaft pitman problem, reported to NHTSA on October 21, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q1) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V827000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Orange EV (Orange) is recalling certain 2019-2021 EV-T Series Pure Electric Terminal trucks. The pitman arm bolt may have been incorrectly tightened, allowing the bolt to loosen.
The risk
A loose bolt may allow the pitman arm to detach from the steering box, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
OEV Service Technicians will tighten or replace the pitman arm bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 18, 2021. Owners may contact Orange customer service at 1-866-688-5223.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.