CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL 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 inverterÂs firmware may allow the vehicleÂs 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.
- 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 vehicle's inverter firmware may allow the traction battery to shut down without warning. When the main contactor opens, the battery can shut off and the vehicle can lose motive power, which increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy is a free firmware update to the inverter. Arcimoto will notify owners directly. The recall began April 27, 2021. If you have questions, you can contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.
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 Deliverator | 20202021 |
|---|---|
| Arcimoto FUV | 201920202021 |
| Arcimoto Rapid Responder | 2021 |
| Arcimoto Roadster | 20202021 |