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6 open safety recalls recorded with NHTSA. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer, whatever the age of the vehicle.

  1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES:FASTENER/CONNECTOR

    Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2022 FUV, 2020-2022 Roadster, Deliverator and 2021 Rapid Responder hybrid electric vehicles. The high voltage (HV) control board cover may prevent the high voltage connector from latching properly to the plug.

    Risk
    An improperly latched harness connector can detach, and result in a sudden loss of power steering and drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Arcimoto will replace the HV control board cover, free of charge. Owner notification letter were mailed September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.

    NHTSA campaign 22V507000 · Arcimoto Inc · Reported 15/07/2022

  2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:SOFTWARE

    Arcimoto, Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2022 FUV, 2021-2022 Rapid Responder, 2020-2022 Deliverator, and Roadster motorcycles. When the battery is at freezing temperatures, the vehicle control unit may inadvertently disable vehicle charging from a power outlet.

    Risk
    A disabled charging system may result in the driver unknowingly operating the vehicle in an uncharged state, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    An Arcimoto service technician will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.

    NHTSA campaign 22V223000 · Arcimoto Inc · Reported 06/04/2022

  3. SERVICE BRAKES

    Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Deliverator, 2019-2022 FUV, 2021-2022 Rapid Responder, and 2020-2022 Roadster motorcycles. The brake pressure switch may corrode after exposure to salt and chemicals found in de-icers, causing the brake lights to illuminate constantly.

    Risk
    Brake lights that remain illuminated can cause confusion to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Owners will be notified by mail and instructed to contact Arcimoto to schedule a service appointment to have the brake pressure switch inspected and dielectric grease added to the connection to prevent the brake lights from remaining on. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.

    NHTSA campaign 22V175000 · Arcimoto Inc · Reported 23/03/2022

  4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2021 Rapid Responder, 2020 Deliverator, 2020-2021 Roadster. Due to a software error, communication between inverters may time out, possibly resulting in an unexpected battery shutdown.

    Risk
    A battery shutdown causes an immediate loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    A service technician will reprogram the inverter firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Note: Vehicles previously repaired under Recall 19V834 will need to return for the new remedy.

    NHTSA campaign 21V311000 · Arcimoto Inc · Reported 04/05/2021

  5. STEERING:LINKAGES:ARM:IDLER AND ATTACHMENT

    Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020 Deliverator, 2020-2021 Roadster, and 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) may have been incorrectly calibrated, causing the SAS to fail to or incorrectly detect a fault.

    Risk
    The inverters may apply unequal torque after a failure mode is detected, causing over steer and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    A service technician will update the firmware and replace the idler arm, free of charge. Arcimoto does not intend to send any dealer or distributor notifications, as it has neither dealers nor distributors at this time. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.

    NHTSA campaign 21V307000 · Arcimoto Inc · Reported 03/05/2021

  6. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE

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

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

    NHTSA campaign 21V242000 · Arcimoto Inc · Reported 06/04/2021

Is your 2021 Arcimoto Roadster affected?

A recall applies to a range of vehicles, not to every one built that year. Check your VIN to see which of these are open on yours.

Source: NHTSA public recall database.

Recalls are issued every week. Most owners hear late.

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Recall information comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, last updated 2022-07-15. DriveDocket is not affiliated with NHTSA, Arcimoto, or any vehicle manufacturer. Confirm any recall with a franchised dealer before relying on it.

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