Oshkosh recalls 2025 NGDV electric vehicles over sudden loss of drive power in cold weather
In cold weather, a switch in the high voltage battery can open unexpectedly and cut drive power, which can raise the risk of a crash.
What to do
Oshkosh Defense will repair or replace the batteries as needed, free of charge. Owners can call Oshkosh Defense customer service at 1-833-304-8100 and mention recall number NGDV_TSB_066.
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Recall details
- Product
- Oshkosh Ngdv Electric 2025
- Company
- Oshkosh Corporation
- Hazard
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Units
- 76 vehicles
- Owner notification
- May 26, 2026
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 18, 2026
- Identifiers
- NHTSA campaign number: 26V311000
- Manufacturer campaign number: NGDV_TSB_066
- Model years: 2025
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from NHTSA.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUSES, RELAYS, CONTACTS, AND SHUNTS
- Defect
- Oshkosh Corporation (Oshkosh Defense) is recalling certain 2025 NGDV battery electric vehicles. In cold weather, the high voltage battery contactor may open unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action
- Oshkosh Defense will repair or replace the batteries as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2026. Owners may contact Oshkosh Defense customer service at 1-833-304-8100. Oshkosh Defense's number for this recall is NGDV_TSB_066.
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