ARCIMOTO FUV 2017: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V940000

Make Model Year
ARCIMOTO FUV 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-02-26 2018-12-31 2019-02-19

Production Dates: 2017-11-01 - 2017-12-15

Manufacturers Involved: Arcimoto Inc

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 7F7-Y8A4X-12

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Arcimoto Inc "Arcimoto" is recalling certain 2017 FUV motorcycles. Incorrect fittings were installed in the braking system, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.

Consequence

A brake fluid leak can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will inspect and replace all the incorrect fittings with the correct ones, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-Y8A4X-12.

Notes

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.safercar.gov.