Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelRecall 23V-678 · Lightning Emotors vehicles
Lightning eMotors Inc. recall 23V-678 covers 239 Lightning Emotors vehicles for a electrical system: instrument cluster/panel problem, reported to NHTSA on October 9, 2023.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V678000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Lightning eMotors Inc. (Lightning eMotors) is recalling certain 2021-2022 FT3-40, 2021-2023 FT3-80, and 2022-2023 FT3-120 vehicles. The instrument cluster may not activate the "Brake," "Park," and "ABS" indicator warning lights during the light function check when the ignition is turned to the "on" (run) position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
The risk
Failure to illuminate the indicator warning lights during vehicle startup may not properly notify the driver of system failures, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact Lightning eMotors customer service at 1-970-744-7241.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.