Recall 18V937 affects 2 2017 Arcimoto Fuv motorcycles for an incorrect brake-line split. Repair is free at any franchised Arcimoto dealer.
Arcimoto is recalling 2 2017 Fuv motorcycles because they were built with a front/rear split brake system instead of the required left/right split system. If the front brake system fails, stopping distance can exceed the required limit, which increases crash risk; Arcimoto dealers will repair the brakes free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The affected 2017 Arcimoto Fuv motorcycles use a split service brake system, which divides braking into separate hydraulic sections. In a compliant setup for these vehicles, that split is left/right, so each side keeps braking support if one section has a fault. The system is supposed to preserve enough stopping ability during a brake-system failure.
These Fuv motorcycles were built with a front/rear split instead. Arcimoto traced the problem to that design. Because the vehicle carries most of its weight over the front wheels, the rear wheel does not have enough downward force to provide the required wheel-to-road grip if the front brake section fails.
The driver is not expected to feel this problem during normal braking before a front brake fault occurs. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Arcimoto Fuv | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
If the brakes cannot stop the motorcycle within the required distance, crash risk increases. There is no warning sign before the brake-line problem, so treat brake concerns as a reason to park the motorcycle and contact Arcimoto service. Repair is free at any franchised Arcimoto dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Arcimoto Fuv is included in this recall.
- Contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293 to schedule the free brake-line replacement that updates the brake system design.
- Bring the recall notice if Arcimoto sent one. If not, reference recall number 18V937 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra stopping distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Arcimoto technician replaces the existing brake lines with new brake lines that use the updated design. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are free. This repair corrects the brake line configuration covered by the recall. If you already paid for a repair related to this brake line issue, Arcimoto says it will reimburse the full cost. Contact Arcimoto customer service with your repair paperwork to start that claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 31, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 22, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V937?
Recall 18V937 covers 2 2017 Arcimoto Fuv motorcycles built with a front/rear split brake system instead of a left/right split brake system. Arcimoto will replace the existing brake lines with updated brake lines free of charge.
What should I do if my 2017 Arcimoto Fuv is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 18V937. If it is, contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293 and ask about the free brake-line replacement. Reference Arcimoto recall number 7F7-P2S8D-12 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Arcimoto will replace the existing brake lines with updated brake lines free of charge for motorcycles included in recall 18V937.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is longer stopping distance after a front brake system failure. If the rear brake system cannot stop the motorcycle within the required distance, crash risk increases. The free repair changes the brake-line design to address the brake system split.
What if I bought the Arcimoto Fuv used?
The recall still follows the motorcycle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2017 Arcimoto Fuv is included, then contact Arcimoto customer service and reference recall 18V937. The brake-line replacement is free.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V937000 |
|---|---|
| Arcimoto customer service | 1-541-683-6293 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V937 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V937000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →