CarRecallWatchThe 2023 Fisker Ocean has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 885 complaints with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 3 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (380 reports).
2023 Fisker Ocean recalls
Fisker Ocean May Roll Away in Drive or Reverse
Certain 2023 and 2024 Fisker Ocean vehicles may have a problem where the transmission does not shift into the selected gear.
Software flaw can reduce braking power and lengthen stopping distance
A software problem in the brake module can cause an unexpected drop in regenerative braking, which reduces overall braking performance.
Sudden Loss of Drive Power Can Raise Crash Risk
A communication failure with the cabin electric water pump can cause the high voltage battery management system to enter limp mode, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Exterior Door Handles May Stick and Fail to Open
Exterior door handles on certain 2023 and 2024 vehicles can stick and fail to open.
Unexpected Loss of Drive Power Can Raise Crash Risk
This recall covers all 2023 Fisker Ocean vehicles.
Brake and ABS warning lights may not alert drivers
The instrument panel on these vehicles may display the Brake, Park, and ABS warning lights in the wrong font size, and some warning lights appear in amber instead of red.
Most common 2023 Fisker Ocean problems
Problem areas named in the 885 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 380 |
| Service Brakes | 302 |
| Unknown Or Other | 283 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 262 |
| Lane Departure | 154 |
| Power Train | 91 |
| Structure | 60 |
| Engine | 57 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 52 |
| Exterior Lighting | 48 |
What owners report
2023 Fisker Ocean, VIN [XXX]. Open recalls 24V499 (water pump) and 24V466 (door handles). I first requested recall service XXX from [XXX]; only an automatic logging reply followed. I followed up XXX and XXX, and again XXX, asking when/where the work could be scheduled or whether Fisker would send the parts so I could perform the work myself. No scheduling contact has been received in five months. The door-handle defect is now progressing â the white part is starting to break. I am reporting that the recall remedy has not been provided within a reasonable time and asking NHTSA to record the failure to remedy. Please share this complaint with the manufacturer. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT T
The contact rented a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact stated that while driving 48 MPH, the vehicle lost power without warning. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle and the gear shifter detached from the steering column. When the contact was able to manually hold the shifter in place to restart the vehicle and pulled off to the shoulder of the road. The contact also reported that the vehicle would roll backward while in drive(D). The vehicle was towed back to the rental company for repair. The contact informed the independent mechanic that the gear shifter appeared to have been attached to the steering column with glue; the mechanic then confirmed that the gear shifter was previously r
Vehicle has unresolved NHTSA Safety Recall 24V-405 (brake warning light display noncompliance). Brake warning illuminated at startup during dealer inspection on [XXX]. Vehicle is on OS 1.1.49 â recall remedy requires OS 2.1 before sale. Fisker's own recall documentation states vehicles must be updated before being released for sale. Dealer Axio EV, Salt Lake City UT is actively marketing this vehicle at $22,988 without completing the required recall remedy. When safety concern was raised, dealer responded 'then don't buy the car.' Six total open recalls on this vehicle, none disclosed to consumer. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
FORMAL DEFECT AND SAFETY HAZARD COMPLAINT TO: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, West Building Washington, DC 20590 DATE: May 17, 2026 SUBJECT: Urgent Request for Recall Investigation: Systemic Cloud-Dependency, Hypervisor Power Management Failures, QNX Boot-Looping/Blackouts, Unix Epoch Clock Drifting, High-Voltage Contactor Thermal/Fire Hazards, and Core Low-Voltage Module Malfunctions via Telematics Disconnection in the Fisker Ocean Fleet 1. Executive Summary This petition requests an immediate, systemic safety defect investigation into the software architecture, operating system stability, power m
On August 22, American Lease agreed to pay for my recall work. They still haven't reimbursed me for the recall work. Additionally, although the software update was supposed to be included with the recall, they charged me to receive the software update.
2023 Fisker Ocean questions
Does the 2023 Fisker Ocean have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2023 Fisker Ocean: Fisker Ocean May Roll Away in Drive or Reverse; Software flaw can reduce braking power and lengthen stopping distance; Sudden Loss of Drive Power Can Raise Crash Risk; Exterior Door Handles May Stick and Fail to Open; Unexpected Loss of Drive Power Can Raise Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Fisker Ocean?
Based on 885 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (380), Service Brakes (302), Unknown Or Other (283).
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Fisker Ocean has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.