Hybrid propulsion system: inverterRecall 19V-833 · 2019 Arcimoto FUV

Arcimoto Inc recall 19V-833 covers 22 2019 Arcimoto FUV for a hybrid propulsion system: inverter problem, reported to NHTSA on November 19, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q3) shows 86% of affected vehicles repaired.

86%
Vehicles repaired19 of 22 · 2020 Q3
Vehicles affected221 model
ReportedNov 19, 2019Owners notified Jan 21, 2020
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 19V833000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019 FUV motorcycles. The inverter broadcast may exceed its current limit, resulting in an unexpected battery shutdown.

The risk

If the battery unexpectedly shuts down, the motorcycle can immediately lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Aricmoto will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the inverter software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.

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.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

86%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2020 Q12020 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall

Built from September 19, 2019 to November 4, 2019. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.