CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
- Problem
- Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019 FUV vehicles. The braided shielding of the high-voltage harness may short against an energized component causing a main fuse to blow, resulting in a loss of traction power.
- Risk
- A loss of power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Arcimoto will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the harness and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer began owner notifications on January 17, 2020. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The high-voltage wiring harness may have braided shielding that can short against an energized component. When this happens, a main fuse can blow, causing a loss of traction power.
Losing power while driving can increase the risk of a crash. If your vehicle loses power unexpectedly, take safe steps to pull over when it is possible to do so, and have it checked before driving it again.
The repair is free. Dealers will inspect the harness and replace it if necessary, at no charge. Owners will be notified by the manufacturer, which began sending notices on January 17, 2020. You can also contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Arcimoto FUV | 2019 |
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