AI Damage2021 XOS SV05: common problems
The maker issued 9 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 9
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- In the event that the Xos stepvan produces a repeatable, loud growling noise during driving, coasting or…
In the event that the Xos stepvan produces a repeatable, loud growling noise during driving, coasting or braking from the driveline, please follow this instruction to replace the motor mounts and center the electronic…
- To perform a software update on 2021-2022 Xos Step Vans, please refer to the following service instructions
- In the event that Service Dashboard recommends replacing the Desiccant Dehumidifier Filters of the…
In the event that Service Dashboard recommends replacing the Desiccant Dehumidifier Filters of the 2021-2022 Xos Step Vans, please refer to the following service instructions. Please note that Desiccant filters are…
- In the event that any of the 2021-2022 Xos Step Vans show signs of corrosion on the connections in the…
In the event that any of the 2021-2022 Xos Step Vans show signs of corrosion on the connections in the DC-DC converter box, please refer to the following service instructions.
- In the event of a request for aftermarket installation of Anti-theft device to a 2021-2022 Xos Step Van,…
In the event of a request for aftermarket installation of Anti-theft device to a 2021-2022 Xos Step Van, please refer to the following installation instructions. Please note that, as an aftermarket genuine Xos item…
- In the event that any of the 2021-2022 Xos SV05 Step Vans require a high voltage battery pack to be…
In the event that any of the 2021-2022 Xos SV05 Step Vans require a high voltage battery pack to be replaced, the following steps specify the procedure for the swap.
- Guidelines for short- and long-term storage of vehicles
- Guidelines for repair of inoperative turn signal and hazard indicators
- Guidelines for short- and long-term storage of vehicles
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 XOS SV05?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 9 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 XOS SV05?
NHTSA lists 9 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 2021 XOS SV05 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.