NHTSA vehicle safety data
2019 Arcimoto FUV Recalls & Complaints
The 2019 Arcimoto FUV has 18 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of October 21, 2026. try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2019 Arcimoto FUV. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Arcimoto dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2019 Arcimoto FUV. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
High Voltage Harness Connector May Detach
NHTSA #22V507000 · Electrical System — Propulsion System — Cables — Fastener/Connector · NHTSA notice
Reported July 15, 2022 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 581 vehicles
Repair completion: 75.74% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified September 14, 2022 · Vehicles built September 19, 2021 – June 7, 2022 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2022 FUV, 2020-2022 Roadster, Deliverator and 2021 Rapid Responder hybrid electric vehicles. The high voltage (HV) control board cover may prevent the high voltage connector from latching properly to the plug.
Safety consequence
An improperly latched harness connector can detach, and result in a sudden loss of power steering and drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto will replace the HV control board cover, free of charge. Owner notification letter were mailed September 14, 2022. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Charging System Malfunction
NHTSA #22V223000 · Electrical System — Propulsion System — Charging — Module — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported April 6, 2022 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 516 vehicles
Repair completion: 87.89% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified June 3, 2022
Defect description
Arcimoto, Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2022 FUV, 2021-2022 Rapid Responder, 2020-2022 Deliverator, and Roadster motorcycles. When the battery is at freezing temperatures, the vehicle control unit may inadvertently disable vehicle charging from a power outlet.
Safety consequence
A disabled charging system may result in the driver unknowingly operating the vehicle in an uncharged state, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
An Arcimoto service technician will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Brake Pressure Switch May Fail
NHTSA #22V175000 · Service Brakes · NHTSA notice
Reported March 23, 2022 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 541 vehicles
Repair completion: 79.3% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified May 27, 2022
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Deliverator, 2019-2022 FUV, 2021-2022 Rapid Responder, and 2020-2022 Roadster motorcycles. The brake pressure switch may corrode after exposure to salt and chemicals found in de-icers, causing the brake lights to illuminate constantly.
Safety consequence
Brake lights that remain illuminated can cause confusion to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners will be notified by mail and instructed to contact Arcimoto to schedule a service appointment to have the brake pressure switch inspected and dielectric grease added to the connection to prevent the brake lights from remaining on. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 27, 2022. 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.nhtsa.gov. Please be reminded of the following requirements:You are required to submit a draft owner notification letter to this office no less than five days prior to mailing it to the customers.Also, copies of all notices, bulletins, dealer notifications, and other communications that relate to this recall, including a copy of the final owner notification letter and any subsequent owner follow-up notification letter(s), are required to be submitted to this office no later than 5 days after they are originally sent (if they are sent to more than one manufacturer, distributor, dealer, or purchaser/owner).Please be reminded that under 49 U.S.C. § 30112(a)(3), it is illegal for a manufacturer, to sell, offer for sale, import, or introduce or deliver into interstate commerce, a motor vehicle or item of motor vehicle equipment that contains a safety defect once the manufacturer has notified NHTSA about that safety defect.This prohibition does not apply once the motor vehicle or motor vehicle equipment has been remedied according to the manufacturer's instructions.As stated in Part 573.7, submission of the first of eight consecutive quarterly status reports is required within one month after the close of the calendar quarter in which notification to purchasers occurs.Therefore, the first quarterly report will be due on, or before, 30 days after the close of the calendar quarter.
Seat Belt Retractors Spool Sleeve May Be Cracked
NHTSA #21V314000 · Seat Belts — Front — Retractor · NHTSA notice
Reported May 4, 2021 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 255 vehicles
Repair completion: 90.84% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified July 29, 2021
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020 Deliverator, 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The seat belt retractor spool sleeve may be cracked, allowing broken pieces to block the seat belt from retracting.
Safety consequence
A seat belt that fails to retract increases the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
A service technician will replace the seat belt retractor, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on June 22, 2021. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed July 1, 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.
Inverter Communication May Time Out
NHTSA #21V311000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported May 4, 2021 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 261 vehicles
Repair completion: 93% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified May 27, 2021
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2021 Rapid Responder, 2020 Deliverator, 2020-2021 Roadster. Due to a software error, communication between inverters may time out, possibly resulting in an unexpected battery shutdown.
Safety consequence
A battery shutdown causes an immediate loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
A service technician will reprogram the inverter firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Note: Vehicles previously repaired under Recall 19V834 will need to return for the new remedy.
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.
Failure Mode May Cause Over Steer
NHTSA #21V307000 · Steering — Linkages — Arm — Idler and Attachment · NHTSA notice
Reported May 3, 2021 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 261 vehicles
Repair completion: 89.49% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified May 27, 2021
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020 Deliverator, 2020-2021 Roadster, and 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) may have been incorrectly calibrated, causing the SAS to fail to or incorrectly detect a fault.
Safety consequence
The inverters may apply unequal torque after a failure mode is detected, causing over steer and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
A service technician will update the firmware and replace the idler arm, free of charge. Arcimoto does not intend to send any dealer or distributor notifications, as it has neither dealers nor distributors at this time. Owner notification letters were mailed May 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.
Exceeding Charge Limit May Cause Battery Shutdown
NHTSA #21V242000 · Electrical System — Propulsion System — Traction Battery — Management System/Energy Control Module (BMS/BECM) — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported April 6, 2021 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 252 vehicles
Repair completion: 92.34% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified April 27, 2021
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020-2021 Deliverator and Roadster, and 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The inverters firmware may allow the vehicles battery to shutdown without warning.
Safety consequence
Opening the main contactor may cause a battery shutdown and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
HV Contactors May Malfunction and Shutdown Battery
NHTSA #21V191000 · Electrical System — Propulsion System — Traction Battery — Management System/Energy Control Module (BMS/BECM) · NHTSA notice
Reported March 18, 2021 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 181 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified March 29, 2021
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FUV, and 2020 Deliverator vehicles. The electronic drivers in some of the high voltage (HV) contactors may malfunction and overheat, which could cause the battery to shutdown.
Safety consequence
An unexpected battery shutdown can cause a loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto will notify owners, and an Arcimoto factory technician will replace the contactors and related components, free of charge. Arcimoto does not intend to send any dealer or distributor notifications, as it has neither dealers nor distributors at this time. The recall began March 29, 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.
Non-Compliant Brake Hoses/FMVSS 106
NHTSA #20V310000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings · NHTSA notice
Reported May 27, 2020 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 98 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified July 16, 2020
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FUV motorcycles. The hydraulic brake hose assemblies do not have a "DOT" marking, and also may fail constriction testing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 106, "Brake Hoses."
Safety consequence
Non-compliant hydraulic brake hoses may lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto will notify owners and will replace the hydraulic brake hose assemblies, free of charge, using factory technicians. The recall began July 16, 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.
Improper Traction-Power Harnesses
NHTSA #20V136000 · Electrical System — Wiring · NHTSA notice
Reported March 6, 2020 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 66 vehicles
Repair completion: 76.19% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified March 24, 2020 · Vehicles built September 19, 2019 – February 17, 2020 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FUV motorcycles. The traction-power harnesses large-gauge cable-lugs may be improperly crimped.
Safety consequence
Improperly crimped cable lugs can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, it can also cause localized high heat and arcing, increasing the risk of fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto will notify owners and will replace the traction-power harnesses, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 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.
Loss of Display Information
NHTSA #20V031000 · Electrical System — Instrument Cluster/Panel · NHTSA notice
Reported January 20, 2020 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 50 vehicles
Repair completion: 82.98% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified January 24, 2020 · Vehicles built September 19, 2019 – December 27, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019 FUV motorcycles. Due to electrical interference within the electrical harnesses and modules, the instrument cluster display may intermittently go blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."
Safety consequence
Lack of display information may cause operator confusion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto will notify owners and install a flyback/damping-diode to the exterior of the wiper motor to block a power surge, add filter and surge protection to display backer board or inline to upgrade display's ability to block electrical noise, and install Check RAM Corruption (CRC) software. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 24, 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.
Lack of Brake Line/Steering Main-Link Clearance
NHTSA #20V032000 · Service Brakes · NHTSA notice
Reported January 20, 2020 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 50 vehicles
Repair completion: 82.98% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified January 24, 2020 · Vehicles built September 19, 2019 – December 27, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019 FUV motorcycles. During full right steering lock, the brake line may contact the steering main-link.
Safety consequence
The contact may wear through the hard brake line, causing a loss of braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto will notify owners and will inspect for proper clearance between the hard brake line and the steering main-link, correcting as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 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.
Short Circuit May Cause Loss of Vehicle Control
NHTSA #19V830000 · Electrical System — Propulsion System — Traction Battery · NHTSA notice
Reported November 20, 2019 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 25 vehicles
Repair completion: 77.27% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified January 21, 2020 · Vehicles built September 19, 2019 – November 8, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019 FUV motorcycles. A component of the display board may short circuit causing the communication and display circuit boards to shutdown.
Safety consequence
If the communication or display board shuts down, the battery may shutdown causing a sudden loss of power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto will notify owners, and dealers will trim the pins of the 5V regulator, and apply a layer of protective tape, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. 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.
Inverter Broadcast Exceeds Current Limit
NHTSA #19V833000 · Hybrid Propulsion System — Inverter · NHTSA notice
Reported November 19, 2019 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 22 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified January 21, 2020 · Vehicles built September 19, 2019 – November 4, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019 FUV motorcycles. The inverter broadcast may exceed its current limit, resulting in an unexpected battery shutdown.
Safety consequence
If the battery unexpectedly shuts down, the motorcycle can immediately lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Aricmoto will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the inverter software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. 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.
Ignition Switch Missing Labels
NHTSA #19V832000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported November 19, 2019 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 22 vehicles
Repair completion: 89.47% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified January 21, 2020 · Vehicles built September 19, 2019 – November 4, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019 FUV motorcycles. The ignition switch is missing the word "Ignition" and the "Off" position is not labeled with the word "Off." As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."
Safety consequence
The missing word labels could lead to operator error, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto will notify owners, and dealers will replace the key switch trim ring with a laser-etched key switch that contains an "Ignition" and "Off" label, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6923.
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.
Inverter Communication May Time Out
NHTSA #19V834000 · Hybrid Propulsion System — Inverter · NHTSA notice
Reported November 19, 2019 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 18 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified January 21, 2020 · Vehicles built September 19, 2019 – October 24, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
If the battery unexpectedly shuts down, the motorcycle can immediately lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
High Voltage System may Short
NHTSA #19V791000 · Electrical System — Wiring — Fuses and Circuit Breakers · NHTSA notice
Reported November 5, 2019 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 13 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified January 17, 2020 · Vehicles built September 19, 2019 – October 24, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019 FUV vehicles. The braided shielding of the high-voltage harness may short against an energized component causing a main fuse to blow, resulting in a loss of traction power.
Safety consequence
A loss of power can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the harness and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer began owner notifications on January 17, 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.
Tie Rods May Separate
NHTSA #19V728000 · Steering — Linkages — Tie Rod Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported October 11, 2019 · Arcimoto Inc
Potentially affected: 10 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified January 17, 2020 · Vehicles built September 19, 2019 – October 3, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Arcimoto, Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain Arcimoto FUV motorcycles. There may be insufficient thread engagement between the inner and outer tie rods, possibly resulting in the separation of the tie rod assembly.
Safety consequence
A tie rod separation can cause a loss of steering and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Arcimoto is still finalizing a remedy to better secure the tie rods, free of charge. 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.
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