Lightning Emotors Ft3-86 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

April 7, 2023

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Lightning eMotors Inc. recalls 2019–2022 Lightning Emotors — 4 models

Recall number

23V207000

Brand / firm

Lightning Emotors

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 148 units

Why it was recalled

Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Lightning eMotors Inc. (Lightning) is recalling certain 2020 FE4-86 and FT3-43, 2019-2021 FE4-129, and 2019-2022 FT3-86 vehicles. The battery packs may have defective structural welds and experience an internal radiator leak, causing battery failure.

What to do

Lightning will replace the battery pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2023. Owners may contact Lightning customer service at 1-970-744-7241. Lightning's number for this recall is 2023-001.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.