NHTSA Recall 19V833000
Filed by Arcimoto Inc. Component: Hybrid Propulsion System. Reported 2019-11-19. An estimated 22 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019 FUV motorcycles. The inverter broadcast may exceed its current limit, resulting in an unexpected battery shutdown.
Risk
If the battery unexpectedly shuts down, the motorcycle can immediately lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
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.