2017 Arcimoto FUV recall: brakes
⚠️ What's 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.
💥 The risk
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.
Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V940000
- Manufacturer recall #
- 7F7-Y8A4X-12
- Manufacturer
- Arcimoto Inc
- Vehicles affected
- 2
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Feb 26, 2019
- Built
- Nov 1, 2017 – Dec 15, 2017
- Recall started by
- MFR
- 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.