AI Damage2022 Nikola TRE BEV: common problems
The maker issued 8 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 8
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Letter to dealers as a follow up to the recall communication sent on November 7th
The communication informs the dealers the parts are available and work instructions are posted in Nikola View. A note on processing the repair is also included.
- Letter to dealers announcing an upcoming safety recall for all 2022 and 2023 Tre BEV vehicles
The letter also gave information on the dealers immediate responsibility for vehicles in their inventory. Dearlers will be formally notified of the safety recall launch and corrective procedure by way of established…
- Pre-Recall warning letter to Customers (23V580)
- Pre-Recall information letter to Nikola's Suppliers (23V580)
- VECI Label Replacement
- E-Compressor Oil Top-up
Certain e-compressors may have a small oil leak, requiring the e-compressor to be serviced.
- Infotainment Screen Does Not Power On
- Low Voltage (LV) Battery Change from Lead Acid type to Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) type
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Nikola TRE BEV?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 8 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Nikola TRE BEV?
NHTSA lists 8 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Nikola TRE BEV from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.