Arcimoto Inc | NHTSA Recall #18V937000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V937000 by Arcimoto Inc. Affecting 2017 fuv motorcycles Includes 2 affected units, Excessive Stopping Distance/FMVSS 122, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017 fuv motorcycles

Defect Summary

Arcimoto inc (arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017 fuv motorcycles. the affected motorcycles were built with a front/rear split brake system instead of a left/right split brake system. in the event of a front brake system failure, the rear brake system may not allow the vehicle to meet the minimum stopping distance requirements. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor safety standard (fmvss) number 122, "motorcycle brake systems."

Corrective Action

Arcimoto has contacted the owners and will replace the existing brake lines with new brake lines that have an updated design, free of charge. owners may contact arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. arcimoto's number for this recall is 7f7-p2s8d-12.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V937000
Manufacturer: Arcimoto Inc
Report Received Date: 2018-12-31T00:00:00
Subject: Excessive stopping distance/fmvss 122
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 2

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 7F7-P2S8D-12
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Arcimoto inc (arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017 fuv motorcycles. the affected motorcycles were built with a front/rear split brake system instead of a left/right split brake system. in the event of a front brake system failure, the rear brake system may not allow the vehicle to meet the minimum stopping distance requirements. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor safety standard (fmvss) number 122, "motorcycle brake systems."
Consequence Summary: If the brakes cannot stop the motorcycle within the distance required, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Arcimoto has contacted the owners and will replace the existing brake lines with new brake lines that have an updated design, free of charge. owners may contact arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. arcimoto's number for this recall is 7f7-p2s8d-12.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

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SID: row-53f3.m4mv-6uwb
NHTSA ID: 18V937000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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