ARCIMOTO FUV 2018: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V946000

Make Model Year
ARCIMOTO FUV 2018
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 - 2018-12-21

Manufacturers Involved: Arcimoto Inc

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 7F7-A3Z5C-12

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 23

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Arcimoto, Inc "Arcimoto" is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. Over time, increased resistance at the battery connection may result in the Battery Management System unexpectedly shutting down propulsion power.

Consequence

A sudden loss of propulsion power may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the vehicles, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-A3Z5C-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.