Arcimoto Inc: Safety Recalls in 2018
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 11 safety recalls made by Arcimoto Inc in 2018. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 31, 2018
(Campaign #: 7F7-H6Y7W-12)
Reflex Reflector Not In Compliance/FMVSS 108
Arcimoto, Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. The combination brake light, tail light, and turn signal assembly does not have a reflex reflector in the side-facing surfaces. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 18V942000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
Without rear side reflex reflectors, the vehicle may have less visibility from the side, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will add a reflex reflector to each side of the vehicle, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-H6Y7W-12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 31, 2018
(Campaign #: 7F7-P6J5F-12)
Headlamps Positioned too far Apart/FMVSS 108
Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. The headlights on the motorcycles may be spaced too far apart to appear as a motorcycle to oncoming traffic. As a result, the motorcycles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 18V943000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
Due to the improperly positioned headlamps, the vehicle may not be recognizable as a motorcycle in the dark, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action:
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the headlights with supplemental amber marker lights and add fully compliant headlights to the center of the vehicle, mounted to the frame, free of charge. The recall began January 14, 2019. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-P6J5F-12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 31, 2018
(Campaign #: 7F7-P4G2A-12)
Gearbox May Prematurely Fail
Arcimoto, Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2018 FUV motorcycles. Incorrect machining of the transmission case may result in premature failure of the gearbox.
NHTSA ID: 18V944000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 14
Consequence Summary:
Transmission failure may immobilize the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the vehicles, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-P4G2A-12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 31, 2018
(Campaign #: 7F7-A3N5H-12)
Possible Loss of Steering Control
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. In the affected vehicles, the front suspension and steering system may loosen or wear, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
NHTSA ID: 18V945000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the tie-rods, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-A3N5H-12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 31, 2018
(Campaign #: 7F7-A3Z5C-12)
Battery Shutdown May Occur Unexpectedly
Arcimoto, Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. Over time, increased resistance at the battery connection may result in the Battery Management System unexpectedly shutting down propulsion power.
NHTSA ID: 18V946000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
A sudden loss of propulsion power may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the vehicles, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-A3Z5C-12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 31, 2018
(Campaign #: 7F7-P5R6U-12)
Turn Signals Incorrectly Positioned/FMVSS 108
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. The front turn signal lights are not positioned at, or near, the front of the motorcycle as required. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 18V941000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
The incorrectly positioned front turn signals can reduce their visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will add identical signal lights to a location in front of the existing ones, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-P5R6U-12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 31, 2018
(Campaign #: 7F7-H7M4W-12)
Brake Warning Light Missing/FMVSS 122
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. The affected motorcycles do not have a service brake warning light to warn the operator if there is a brake system malfunction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle brake systems."
NHTSA ID: 18V938000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
If the operator unknowingly operates the motorcycle with a problem in the brake system, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will update the service brake warning light software, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-H7M4W-12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 31, 2018
(Campaign #: 7F7-P2S8D-12)
Excessive Stopping Distance/FMVSS 122
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017 FUV motorcycles. The affected motorcycles were built with a front/rear split brake system instead of a left/right split brake system. In the event of a front brake system failure, the rear brake system may not allow the vehicle to meet the minimum stopping distance requirements. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle brake systems."
NHTSA ID: 18V937000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
If the brakes cannot stop the motorcycle within the distance required, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Arcimoto has contacted the owners and will replace the existing brake lines with new brake lines that have an updated design, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-P2S8D-12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 31, 2018
(Campaign #: 7F7-Y8A4X-12)
Brake Fluid Leak Due to Incorrect Brake Fittings
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017 FUV motorcycles. Incorrect fittings were installed in the braking system, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.
NHTSA ID: 18V940000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
A brake fluid leak can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will inspect and replace all the incorrect fittings with the correct ones, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-Y8A4X-12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 31, 2018
(Campaign #: 7F7-W3A5M-12)
Seat May Collapse In The Event of A Crash
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. In the event of a crash, the seat may not support the driver as intended, preventing the seatbelts from holding the driver in place.
NHTSA ID: 18V939000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
If the driver is not properly secured, it can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action:
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the vehicles, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-W3A5M-12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 28, 2018
(Campaign #: 7F7-X7F9K-12)
Certification Label Not Applied/Part 567
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 FUV motorcycles. These vehicles were built without a certification label applied and, as such, they fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 18V936000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
The missing label can affect the owner's ability to determine if a safety recall includes their vehicle. If the owner is not able to verify if their motorcycle is involved in a safety recall, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Corrective Action:
Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. Arcimoto will replace the vehicle with a fully compliant one, free of charge. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Arcimoto's number for this recall is 7F7-X7F9K-12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
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