Karma Automotive Llc | NHTSA Recall #11V598000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V598000 by Karma Automotive Llc. Includes 239 affected units, COOLANT LEAK/POSSIBLE FIRE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Fisker is recalling certain model year 2012 fisker karma passenger cars manufactured from july 1, 2011, through november 3, 2011. within the high-voltage battery, certain hose clamps may have been positioned incorrectly during assembly. if positioned incorrectly, the battery compartment cover could interfere with the hose clamps, potentially causing a coolant leak from the cooling hoses.

Corrective Action

Fisker will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high-voltage battery with a new part at no cost to the owner. the safety recall began on january 5, 2012. owners may contact fisker consumer affairs at 1-855-575-7577, option 2, 6am - 7pm (pst) monday through friday.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V598000
Manufacturer: Karma Automotive Llc
Report Received Date: 2011-12-27T00:00:00
Subject: Coolant leak/possible fire
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 239

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 10/01/5161
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Fisker is recalling certain model year 2012 fisker karma passenger cars manufactured from july 1, 2011, through november 3, 2011. within the high-voltage battery, certain hose clamps may have been positioned incorrectly during assembly. if positioned incorrectly, the battery compartment cover could interfere with the hose clamps, potentially causing a coolant leak from the cooling hoses.
Consequence Summary: If coolant enters the battery compartment, an electrical short could occur possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective Action: Fisker will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high-voltage battery with a new part at no cost to the owner. the safety recall began on january 5, 2012. owners may contact fisker consumer affairs at 1-855-575-7577, option 2, 6am - 7pm (pst) monday through friday.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V598000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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