AI DamageNikola TRE Fcev: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Nikola TRE Fcev across 3 model years: 0 owner complaints and 10 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What to check before buying
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Certain TRE FCEV vehicles may have had rear axle shock absorbers incorrectly installed
- Hydrogen Tank Mounting Block Clash Inspection instruction for DLE 112224
- Dealer field inspection for a preliminary investigation
- Fasteners on the rear backpack center panel and rear backpack filter panels are susceptible to corrosion
- E-compressor oil cooler may have premature wear, causing oil to mix with coolant
- Work Instruction for Installation of the CH2 decals onto FCEV vehicles
- Work Instructions for replacing the original set screw with a modified set screw
- A coolant fitting may come loose due to excess tension on a coolant line
- Pressure / Temperature sensors malfunctioning, causing the thermal system to operate incorrectly
- Side Skirt Bracket Hardware Retorque
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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.