Recall 12V413 affects 1,377 2012 Fisker Karma cars for a low-temperature cooling fan short and fire risk. Repair is free at any franchised Fisker dealer.
Fisker is recalling 1,377 2012 Karma passenger cars because a manufacturing defect in the low temperature cooling fan can cause a direct short. The short can ignite the fan housing, shroud, and surrounding components, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The low temperature cooling fan on the 2012 Fisker Karma is part of the engine and cooling system. Its job is to move air through the cooling system so heat can be carried away from the parts that need temperature control. The fan depends on its electrical circuit staying separated and controlled while the fan runs.
On affected Karmas, a manufacturing defect in that fan can create a direct short. A direct short means electrical current takes an unintended path with little resistance instead of flowing through the fan circuit as designed. When that happens, the fan is no longer working as a controlled cooling part.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not list a driver-noticeable symptom that tells an owner the low temperature cooling fan is about to short.
Who's affected?
| 2012 Fisker Karma | Fan |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,377 |
Not every 2012 Fisker Karma is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A direct short can ignite the cooling fan housing, shroud, and surrounding components, causing a vehicle fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair soon and avoid delaying service, even if the vehicle seems normal. Repair will be free at any franchised Fisker dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Fisker Karma is included in this recall.
- Contact Fisker customer service at 1-855-575-7577 to confirm current repair handling for recall number 12V413.
- Ask about the free low temperature cooling-fan replacement that addresses the electrical short and vehicle-fire risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Fisker mailed one, and keep your VIN ready when you call.
- Avoid long trips until a service contact confirms the cooling-fan repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Fisker technician will remove the two low temperature cooling fans covered by campaign 12V413 and replace them with one improved low temperature cooling fan. The dealer repair will be free once it opens, with parts and labor covered by the recall. Ask the service desk to confirm the fan replacement procedure for your 2012 Karma if your VIN is included.
Timeline
| August 22, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 24, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V413?
Recall 12V413 covers 1,377 2012 Fisker Karma passenger cars with a manufacturing defect in the low temperature cooling fan. A direct short can ignite the fan housing, shroud, and nearby components, causing a vehicle fire. Fisker dealers replace the affected fans for free.
What should I do if my 2012 Fisker Karma is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Karma is included in recall 12V413. If it is, contact a Fisker dealer or Fisker consumer affairs at 1-855-575-7577 to arrange the low temperature cooling fan repair. The dealer repair is free.
Is the Fisker Karma recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 12V413, Fisker dealers remove the affected low temperature cooling fans and replace them with an improved low temperature cooling fan free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 12V413?
The safety risk is vehicle fire. The recalled low temperature cooling fan has a manufacturing defect that can create a direct short. That short can ignite the fan housing, shroud, and surrounding components, so confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer repair.
When did the Fisker Karma recall repair begin?
The safety recall began on August 24, 2012. If your 2012 Fisker Karma is included in recall 12V413 and the repair is still open for your VIN, contact a Fisker dealer or Fisker consumer affairs to arrange the free fan replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V413000 |
|---|---|
| Fisker customer service | 1-855-575-7577 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V413 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V413000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →