Propulsion system: traction batteryRecall 18V-946 · 2017–2018 Arcimoto FUV
Arcimoto Inc recall 18V-946 covers 23 2017–2018 Arcimoto FUV for a propulsion system: traction battery problem, reported to NHTSA on December 31, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V946000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A sudden loss of propulsion power may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 1, 2017 to December 21, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.