Arcimoto FUV: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Arcimoto FUV across 6 model years: 0 owner complaints and 6 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 2 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Discontinuing 24 hour Roadside Assistance Partnership with Agero
- A problem was discovered in service where multiple vehicles have had an issue recharging if the Battery…
- Arcimoto is investigating certain 2019-2021 D-Deliverators, E-Rapid Responders, R-Roadsters, and T-FUVs…
- Arcimoto is investigating certain 2019-2020 FUVs with customer complaints of loss of traction-power and/or…
- Dual electric motors may experience reduced reliability or life-span, due to allowing fluid ingress…
- On-board charger for traction-power battery may experience reduced reliability or life-span
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.