No complaints are listed for the 2019 Arcimoto FUV. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as ARCIMOTO FUV.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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18 recalls. Showing the latest 10 of 18.
Date: 2022-07-15. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: 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.
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.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-04-06. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: 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.
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.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-03-23. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Brake lights that remain illuminated can cause confusion to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2021-05-04. Systems: SEAT BELTS.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A seat belt that fails to retract increases the risk of injury.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2021-05-04. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A battery shutdown causes an immediate loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2021-05-03. Systems: STEERING.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: The inverters may apply unequal torque after a failure mode is detected, causing over steer and increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2021-04-06. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020-2021 Deliverator and Roadster, and 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The inverterA s firmware may allow the vehicleA s battery to shutdown without warning.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2021-03-18. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: An unexpected battery shutdown can cause a loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2020-05-27. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: 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."
Consequence: Non-compliant hydraulic brake hoses may lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2020-03-06. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FUV motorcycles. The traction-power harnesses large-gauge cable-lugs may be improperly crimped.
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.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
6 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 3 |
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| ENGINE | 1 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
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| STEERING | 1 |
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10231865
Date: 2023-02-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Discontinuing 24 hour Roadside Assistance Partnership with Agero
10208928
Date: 2022-03-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
A problem was discovered in service where multiple vehicles have had an issue recharging if the Battery temperature falls below 0CA A?. This potentially affects all 2019-2022 D-Deliverators, E-Rapid Responders, R-Roadsters, and T-FUVs. When this occurs there is a fault that requires a hard reset to
10189153
Date: 2021-03-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING.
Arcimoto is investigating certain 2019-2021 D-Deliverators, E-Rapid Responders, R-Roadsters, and T-FUVs with customer complaints of unintended torque vectoring during throttle use (acceleration) and KERS use (regen). To better understand the cause of this condition, Arcimoto would like to inspect, a
10176916
Date: 2020-07-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN.
Arcimoto is investigating certain 2019-2020 FUVs with customer complaints of loss of traction-power and/or reduced speed/acceleration. To better understand the cause of this condition, Arcimoto would like to inspect, and, if needed, collect specific parts from the vehicle at your earliest convenienc
10176879
Date: 2020-06-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT.
Dual electric motors may experience reduced reliability or life-span, due to allowing fluid ingress without egress. The issue will be addressed with gasketing to prevent fluid ingress, and installation of at least one drain-hole to ensure fluid egress. Based on field reports, the issue of fluid ingr
10176878
Date: 2020-06-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT.
On-board charger for traction-power battery may experience reduced reliability or life-span. When the charger is being operated, then the vehicle necessarily is stationary and not being operated on a public road/ highway. Therefore, at this time there is no data to suggest a regulatory or safety iss