Recall 18V943 affects 23 2017-2018 Arcimoto Fuv motorcycles for headlight spacing that hides the motorcycle profile in darkness. Free repair at a franchised Arcimoto dealer.
Arcimoto is recalling 23 2017-2018 Fuv motorcycles because the headlights are spaced too far apart, which can make the vehicle hard to recognize as a motorcycle in the dark. That visibility problem increases crash risk, and Arcimoto dealers will correct the headlamp spacing free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The headlights on 2017-2018 Arcimoto Fuv motorcycles do more than light the road ahead. They also help oncoming drivers recognize the vehicle as a motorcycle and judge its position in the lane. The spacing matters because the front lighting pattern is part of that visual cue.
On the affected motorcycles, the headlights were mounted too far apart. Arcimoto traced the problem to an incorrect interpretation of the federal lighting standard. With the lamps spread out, oncoming traffic sees a front light pattern that does not clearly read as a motorcycle. The repair moves the two original headlamps onto a center frame-mounted bracket and puts amber marker lights where the headlamps had been.
There is no warning sign before this lighting compliance problem. The lamps still turn on, so an owner is unlikely to notice the spacing issue without an inspection or recall notice.
Who's affected?
Covers the same headlight issue across the 2017 and 2018 model years.
| 2018 Arcimoto Fuv | Headlights |
|---|---|
| 2017 Arcimoto Fuv | Headlights |
| Units affected | 23 |
| 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 your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Improperly positioned headlamps can make the Fuv harder for other road users to recognize as a motorcycle in the dark, increasing crash risk. There is no warning sign before this lighting noncompliance, so use extra care at night and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Arcimoto dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2018 Arcimoto Fuv is included in this recall.
- Contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293 to schedule the free lighting repair.
- Schedule the headlight update that adds compliant center-mounted headlights and supplemental amber marker lights so the vehicle is recognizable as a motorcycle in the dark.
- Bring the recall notice from Arcimoto if you have it, or reference recall number 18V943 when you call.
- Use extra care after dark until the lighting repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Arcimoto technician replaces the original headlight setup with supplemental amber marker lights and adds fully compliant headlights to the center of the vehicle, mounted to the frame. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid out of pocket for this lighting repair before the recall work, Arcimoto's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Contact Arcimoto customer service to ask how to submit repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 31, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 14, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 26, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V943?
Recall 18V943 covers 23 2017-2018 Arcimoto Fuv motorcycles with headlamps spaced too far apart to appear as a motorcycle to oncoming traffic. Arcimoto will add compliant center-mounted headlights and supplemental amber marker lights for free.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 Arcimoto Fuv is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 18V943. If it is, contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293 or an Arcimoto service contact to arrange the headlight and marker-light repair. Reference recall number 18V943 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Arcimoto will replace the headlight setup with supplemental amber marker lights and compliant center-mounted headlights free of charge.
What is the safety risk for this Arcimoto Fuv recall?
The safety risk is that oncoming traffic does not recognize the vehicle as a motorcycle in the dark. That visibility problem increases crash risk. The free repair changes the lighting layout so the motorcycle has compliant center-mounted headlights.
When did Arcimoto start this recall repair?
Arcimoto began the recall repair on January 14, 2019. The remedy is available, and Arcimoto notified all affected owners. If you bought the motorcycle used or never received a notice, check your VIN before calling for service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V943000 |
|---|---|
| Arcimoto customer service | 1-541-683-6293 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V943 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V943000 |
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 →