2020 Arcimoto Fuv Problems: 1 Complaint, 10 Recalls

The worst 2020 Arcimoto Fuv problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

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Recalls 10

Electrical system: propulsion system: cables: fastener/connectorReported July 15, 2022 · 581 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2022 FUV, 2020-2022 Roadster, Deliverator and 2021 Rapid Responder hybrid electric vehicles. The high voltage (HV) control board cover may prevent the high voltage connector from latching properly to the plug.
Risk: An improperly latched harness connector can detach, and result in a sudden loss of power steering and drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Arcimoto will replace the HV control board cover, free of charge. Owner notification letter were mailed September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1‑541‑683‑6293.

Recall number 22V507000 · Recall details

Electrical system: propulsion system: charging: module: softwareReported April 6, 2022 · 516 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Arcimoto, Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2022 FUV, 2021-2022 Rapid Responder, 2020-2022 Deliverator, and Roadster motorcycles. When the battery is at freezing temperatures, the vehicle control unit may inadvertently disable vehicle charging from a power outlet.
Risk: A disabled charging system may result in the driver unknowingly operating the vehicle in an uncharged state, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: An Arcimoto service technician will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1‑541‑683‑6293.

Recall number 22V223000 · Recall details

Service brakesReported March 23, 2022 · 541 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Deliverator, 2019-2022 FUV, 2021-2022 Rapid Responder, and 2020-2022 Roadster motorcycles. The brake pressure switch may corrode after exposure to salt and chemicals found in de-icers, causing the brake lights to illuminate constantly.
Risk: Brake lights that remain illuminated can cause confusion to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners will be notified by mail and instructed to contact Arcimoto to schedule a service appointment to have the brake pressure switch inspected and dielectric grease added to the connection to prevent the brake lights from remaining on. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1‑541‑683‑6293.

Recall number 22V175000 · Recall details

Hybrid propulsion system: inverterReported May 4, 2021 · 261 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
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.

Recall number 21V311000 · Recall details

Seat belts: front: retractorReported May 4, 2021 · 255 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020 Deliverator, 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The seat belt retractor spool sleeve may be cracked, allowing broken pieces to block the seat belt from retracting.
Risk: A seat belt that fails to retract increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: A service technician will replace the seat belt retractor, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on June 22, 2021. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed July 1, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1‑541‑683‑6293.

Recall number 21V314000 · Recall details

Steering: linkages: arm: idler and attachmentReported May 3, 2021 · 261 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020 Deliverator, 2020-2021 Roadster, and 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) may have been incorrectly calibrated, causing the SAS to fail to or incorrectly detect a fault.
Risk: The inverters may apply unequal torque after a failure mode is detected, causing over steer and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: A service technician will update the firmware and replace the idler arm, free of charge. Arcimoto does not intend to send any dealer or distributor notifications, as it has neither dealers nor distributors at this time. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1‑541‑683‑6293.

Recall number 21V307000 · Recall details

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery: management system/energy control module (bms/becm): softwareReported April 6, 2021 · 252 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020-2021 Deliverator and Roadster, and 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The inverters firmware may allow the vehicles battery to shutdown without warning.
Risk: Opening the main contactor may cause a battery shutdown and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Arcimoto will notify owners, and will update the firmware, free of charge. The recall began April 27, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1‑541‑683‑6293.

Recall number 21V242000 · Recall details

Electrical system: propulsion systemReported March 18, 2021 · 181 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FUV, and 2020 Deliverator vehicles. The electronic drivers in some of the high voltage (HV) contactors may malfunction and overheat, which could cause the battery to shutdown.
Risk: An unexpected battery shutdown can cause a loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Arcimoto will notify owners, and an Arcimoto factory technician will replace the contactors and related components, free of charge. Arcimoto does not intend to send any dealer or distributor notifications, as it has neither dealers nor distributors at this time. The recall began March 29, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1‑541‑683‑6293.

Recall number 21V191000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported May 27, 2020 · 98 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FUV motorcycles. The hydraulic brake hose assemblies do not have a "DOT" marking, and also may fail constriction testing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 106, "Brake Hoses."
Risk: Non-compliant hydraulic brake hoses may lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Arcimoto will notify owners and will replace the hydraulic brake hose assemblies, free of charge, using factory technicians. The recall began July 16, 2020. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1‑541‑683‑6293.

Recall number 20V310000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiringReported March 6, 2020 · 66 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Arcimoto Inc. (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FUV motorcycles. The traction-power harnesses large-gauge cable-lugs may be improperly crimped.
Risk: Improperly crimped cable lugs can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, it can also cause localized high heat and arcing, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy: Arcimoto will notify owners and will replace the traction-power harnesses, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2020. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1‑541‑683‑6293.

Recall number 20V136000 · Recall details

See all 10 recalls for the 2020 Arcimoto Fuv

Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Arcimoto Fuv 6

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Feb 17, 2023 Service bulletinDiscontinuing 24 hour Roadside Assistance Partnership with Agero
Mar 11, 2022 Service bulletinA problem was discovered in service where multiple vehicles have had an issue recharging if the Battery...
Mar 17, 2021 Service bulletinArcimoto is investigating certain 2019-2021 D-Deliverators, E-Rapid Responders, R-Roadsters, and T-FUVs...
Jul 3, 2020 Service bulletinArcimoto is investigating certain 2019-2020 FUVs with customer complaints of loss of traction-power and/or...
Jun 30, 2020 Service bulletinDual electric motors may experience reduced reliability or life-span, due to allowing fluid ingress...
Jun 18, 2020 Service bulletinOn-board charger for traction-power battery may experience reduced reliability or life-span

What 2020 Arcimoto Fuv owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 4, 2021 · Seat belts · 600 miles · CA

Traveling on freeway at 65 MPH; motorbike made a noise similar to when electronic parking brake is released. I looked in rearview mirror and noticed the rear seatbelts released from locked position [fortunately just my tennis bag was in the back seat and then landed on the freeway].

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Is the 2020 Arcimoto Fuv reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2020 Arcimoto Fuv, close to a typical Fuv model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Arcimoto Fuv?

Seat belts, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2020 Arcimoto Fuv have?

10 recalls, covering electrical system, service brakes and hybrid propulsion system.

Was there a recall on the 2020 Arcimoto Fuv seat belts?

Yes, 1 recall: 21V314000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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