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NHTSA Recall 21V311000: Inverter (hybrid propulsion system) and software (electrical system)

Arcimoto Inc reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 261 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Arcimoto Deliverator.

261
vehicles potentially affected
4
models affected
2021
owners notified (May 27)
NHTSA campaign21V311000
ComponentsHYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM › INVERTER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE
Report receivedMay 4, 2021
Owner notificationMay 27, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

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.

Safety risk

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.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V311000

Make and modelModel years
Arcimoto Deliverator2020
Arcimoto Fuv2019, 2020, 2021
Arcimoto Rapid Responder2021
Arcimoto Roadster2020, 2021

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.