Arcimoto Fuv recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 6, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Arcimoto Inc recalls 2019–2021 Arcimoto — 4 models

Recall number

21V242000

Brand / firm

Arcimoto

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 252 units

Why it was recalled

Opening the main contactor may cause a battery shutdown and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020-2021 Deliverator and Roadster, and 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The inverterÂ’s firmware may allow the vehicleÂ’s battery to shutdown without warning.

What to do

Arcimoto will notify owners, and will update the firmware, free of charge. The recall began April 27, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.