Arcimoto Inc | NHTSA Recall #18V943000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V943000 by Arcimoto Inc. Affecting 2017-2018 fuv motorcycles Includes 23 affected units, Headlamps Positioned too far Apart/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017-2018 fuv motorcycles

Defect Summary

Arcimoto inc. (arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 fuv motorcycles. the headlights on the motorcycles may be spaced too far apart to appear as a motorcycle to oncoming traffic. as a result, the motorcycles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 101, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. arcimoto will replace the headlights with supplemental amber marker lights and add fully compliant headlights to the center of the vehicle, mounted to the frame, free of charge. the recall began january 14, 2019. owners may contact arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. arcimoto's number for this recall is 7f7-p6j5f-12.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V943000

Manufacturer: Arcimoto Inc

Report Received Date: 2018-12-31T00:00:00

Subject: Headlamps positioned too far apart/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 23

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 7F7-P6J5F-12

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Arcimoto inc. (arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017-2018 fuv motorcycles. the headlights on the motorcycles may be spaced too far apart to appear as a motorcycle to oncoming traffic. as a result, the motorcycles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 101, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Consequence Summary: Due to the improperly positioned headlamps, the vehicle may not be recognizable as a motorcycle in the dark, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action: Arcimoto has notified all affected owners and the motorcycles are within the manufacturer's control. arcimoto will replace the headlights with supplemental amber marker lights and add fully compliant headlights to the center of the vehicle, mounted to the frame, free of charge. the recall began january 14, 2019. owners may contact arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. arcimoto's number for this recall is 7f7-p6j5f-12.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 100

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NHTSA ID: 18V943000

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