Arcimoto recall: Service brakes, hydraulic
What is wrong
Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017 FUV motorcycles. Incorrect fittings were installed in the braking system, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.
What could happen
A brake fluid leak can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Vehicles covered
- Arcimoto Fuv 2017
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 18V940000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Arcimoto Inc
- Reported to NHTSA
- Dec 31, 2018
- Owners notified
- Feb 26, 2019
- Vehicles or items affected
- 2
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Nov 1, 2017 to Dec 15, 2017
- Part
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Maker's own recall number
- 7F7-Y8A4X-12
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.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Arcimoto recall: Steering Oct 13, 2023
- Arcimoto recall: Electrical system Jul 15, 2022
- Arcimoto recall: Electrical system Apr 6, 2022
- Arcimoto recall: Service brakes Mar 23, 2022
- Arcimoto recall: Seat belts May 4, 2021
- Arcimoto recall: Hybrid propulsion system May 4, 2021
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.