2022 Nikola Tre BEV Recall: Shaft locking screw on the brake pedal may be missing or may not be fully…
NHTSA campaign 23V090000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Feb 16, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Nikola Corporation (Nikola) is recalling certain 2022 TRE BEV vehicles. The shaft locking screw on the brake pedal may be missing or may not be fully threaded, which can cause the brake pedal to detach.
The risk
A detached brake pedal can cause a loss of pedal function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will repair or replace the brake pedal units as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were inspected and repaired by November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nikola customer service at 1-630-808-4531. Nikola's number for this recall is 22VDC0908.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 23V090000 (manufacturer number 22VDC0908). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.