Vehicle recall 18V940000 · December 31, 2018
2017 Arcimoto FUV
Incorrect fittings were installed in the braking system, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2017 FUV motorcycles. Incorrect fittings were installed in the braking system, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.
- Consequence
- A brake fluid leak can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V940000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 31, 2018
- Filed by
- Arcimoto Inc
- Manufacturer campaign
- 7F7-Y8A4X-12
- Owner notification
- February 26, 2019
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Arcimoto FUV (2017): 2017
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