Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2017 Arcimoto FUV
The 2017 Arcimoto FUV has several recalls, primarily related to lighting, brakes, and structural integrity issues. No owner complaints are on file, but this could be due to limited reporting rather than an absence of issues. Inspection of recall-fix status is critical before purchase.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Arcimoto FUV has 10 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of . try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2017 Arcimoto FUV. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #18V942000 Reflex Reflector Not In Compliance/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V943000 Headlamps Positioned too far Apart/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V946000 Battery Shutdown May Occur Unexpectedly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V938000 Brake Warning Light Missing/FMVSS 122 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V939000 Seat May Collapse In The Event of A Crash NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V937000 Excessive Stopping Distance/FMVSS 122 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V940000 Brake Fluid Leak Due to Incorrect Brake Fittings NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V941000 Turn Signals Incorrectly Positioned/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V945000 Possible Loss of Steering Control NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V936000 Certification Label Not Applied/Part 567 NHTSA notice
Known issues to inspect
Lack of warning light
How to check: Ensure a functional brake warning light is present.
Seat may not support properly
How to check: Check seat integrity and anchoring.
Loose front suspension
How to check: Inspect steering components for wear or looseness.
Battery connection failure
How to check: Inspect battery connections for secure attachment.
Non-compliant lighting
How to check: Verify all lights meet visibility standards.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Ensure smooth start without warning lights.
Red flag: Dashboard warning lights stay on
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Listen for unusual noises from engine.
Red flag: Knocking or pinging sounds
- 03
Low-speed maneuver
What to check: Check steering response and brake function.
Red flag: Loose steering or weak brakes
- 04
Straight road driving
What to check: Test stability and suspension feel.
Red flag: Vehicle drifts or feels unstable
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Ensure smooth power delivery.
Red flag: Hesitation or power loss
- 06
Full brake application
What to check: Check for effective stopping without pull.
Red flag: Vehicle pulls or brakes feel weak
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the brake system been serviced?
- Are all recall fixes completed?
- Any issues with battery connections?
- Has the seat integrity been checked?
- How often was the vehicle maintained?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair records
- Maintenance records
- Brake system inspection report
- Battery inspection report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Arcimoto FUV at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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