Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2018 Arcimoto FUV
The 2018 Arcimoto FUV has a significant number of recall campaigns, primarily related to lighting, battery, and braking systems. No specific owner complaints are on file, indicating limited data on everyday issues from drivers. Buyers should ensure all recall repairs have been completed and pay attention to the functionality of critical systems during their inspection and test drive.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2018 Arcimoto FUV has 9 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of . try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2018 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 #18V941000 Turn Signals Incorrectly Positioned/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V944000 Gearbox May Prematurely Fail 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
Missing reflex reflectors
How to check: Verify brake and tail lights have side reflex reflectors.
Battery connection resistance
How to check: Check if propulsion shuts down unexpectedly.
Missing brake warning light
How to check: Ensure service brake warning light illuminates.
Premature gearbox failure
How to check: Listen for unusual transmission noises.
Loose front suspension
How to check: Inspect front steering components for looseness.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual startup sounds.
Red flag: Erratic engine noise.
- 02
Initial acceleration
What to check: Smooth transition from stop to moving.
Red flag: Shuddering or hesitation.
- 03
City driving
What to check: Check for consistent steering response.
Red flag: Difficulty steering or loose feel.
- 04
Braking
What to check: Brakes should engage smoothly without noise.
Red flag: Grinding or delayed braking response.
- 05
Parking
What to check: Check for reverse gear engagement issues.
Red flag: Hard shifting or no engagement in reverse.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have the recalls been addressed?
- Any issues with battery shutdown?
- Transmission had any repairs done?
- Is the suspension in original condition?
- Were any lighting modifications made?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall service records
- Battery service records
- Transmission repair records
- Suspension inspection reports
- Original purchase receipt
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2018 Arcimoto FUV at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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