2020 Arcimoto FUV recalls (10)

Every 2020 Arcimoto FUV recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

• Electrical System · NHTSA 22V507000

  Jul 15, 2022Electrical System:Propulsion System: Cables:Fastener/Connector

  Problem

  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.

  Fix

  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.

  Full recall details for 22V507000 →

• Electrical System · NHTSA 22V223000

  Jun 4, 2022Electrical System:Propulsion System:Charging:Module:Software

  Problem

  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.

  Fix

  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.

  Full recall details for 22V223000 →

• Service Brakes · NHTSA 22V175000

  Mar 23, 2022Service Brakes

  Problem

  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.

  Fix

  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.

  Full recall details for 22V175000 →

• Electrical System · NHTSA 21V242000

  Jun 4, 2021Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery:Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm):Software

  Problem

  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.

  Fix

  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.

  Full recall details for 21V242000 →

• Seat Belts · NHTSA 21V314000

  Apr 5, 2021Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

  Problem

  Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020 Deliverator, 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The seat belt retractor spool sleeve may be cracked, allowing broken pieces to block the seat belt from retracting.

  Risk

  A seat belt that fails to retract increases the risk of injury.

  Fix

  A service technician will replace the seat belt retractor, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on June 22, 2021. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed July 1, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.

  Full recall details for 21V314000 →

• Electrical System · NHTSA 21V311000

  Apr 5, 2021Electrical System:Software

  Problem

  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.

  Fix

  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.

  Full recall details for 21V311000 →

• Electrical System · NHTSA 21V191000

  Mar 18, 2021Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery:Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm)

  Problem

  Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FUV, and 2020 Deliverator vehicles. The electronic drivers in some of the high voltage (HV) contactors may malfunction and overheat, which could cause the battery to shutdown.

  Risk

  An unexpected battery shutdown can cause a loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix

  Arcimoto will notify owners, and an Arcimoto factory technician will replace the contactors and related components, free of charge. Arcimoto does not intend to send any dealer or distributor notifications, as it has neither dealers nor distributors at this time. The recall began March 29, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.

  Full recall details for 21V191000 →

• Steering · NHTSA 21V307000

  Mar 5, 2021Steering:Linkages:Arm:Idler and Attachment

  Problem

  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.

  Fix

  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.

  Full recall details for 21V307000 →

• Electrical System · NHTSA 20V136000

  Jun 3, 2020Electrical System:Wiring

  Problem

  Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FUV motorcycles. The traction-power harnesses large-gauge cable-lugs may be improperly crimped.

  Risk

  Improperly crimped cable lugs can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, it can also cause localized high heat and arcing, increasing the risk of fire.

  Fix

  Arcimoto will notify owners and will replace the traction-power harnesses, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2020. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.

  Full recall details for 20V136000 →

• Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 20V310000

  May 27, 2020Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

  Problem

  Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FUV motorcycles. The hydraulic brake hose assemblies do not have a "DOT" marking, and also may fail constriction testing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 106, "Brake Hoses."

  Risk

  Non-compliant hydraulic brake hoses may lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix

  Arcimoto will notify owners and will replace the hydraulic brake hose assemblies, free of charge, using factory technicians. The recall began July 16, 2020. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.

  Full recall details for 20V310000 →

2020 Arcimoto FUV complaints and service bulletins

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Arcimoto FUV. Arcimoto has issued at least 6 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.

Most-reported components

• Seat Belts1

Service bulletins by component

• Electrical System (4)
• Equipment (3)
• Engine (1)
• Engine and Engine Cooling (1)
• Power Train (1)
• Steering (1)

Other Arcimoto FUV model years

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• 2022 (3)
• 2021 (7)
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• 2019 (10)

All Arcimoto FUV recalls, every model year