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- HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER
- Problem
- Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019 FUV motorcycles. Due to a software error, communication between inverters may time out, possibly resulting in an unexpected battery shutdown.
- Risk
- If the battery unexpectedly shuts down, the motorcycle can immediately lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Arcimoto will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the inverter software/ firmware, free of charge. The recall began January 21, 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
A software error can cause communication between the inverters to time out, which may lead to an unexpected battery shutdown. When the battery shuts down unexpectedly, the vehicle can immediately lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Arcimoto will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will reprogram the inverter software and firmware at no cost to you. The recall began January 21, 2020. You can also contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293 for more information.
The repair is free at an authorized dealer. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Arcimoto FUV | 2019 |
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