Recall 22V175 covers 541 2019-2022 Arcimoto motorcycles for a brake pressure switch that leaves brake lights on. Repair is free at a franchised Arcimoto dealer.
Arcimoto is recalling 541 2019-2022 Fuv, Deliverator, Rapid Responder, and Roadster motorcycles because the brake pressure switch can corrode after exposure to salt and de-icers, leaving the brake lights on. Constant brake lights can confuse other drivers and increase crash risk, and the Arcimoto dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The brake pressure switch on 2019-2022 Arcimoto Roadster, Fuv, Deliverator, and Rapid Responder motorcycles is part of the service brake system. It senses brake pressure and tells the rear brake lights to turn on when the rider uses the brakes. The switch and its connector have to stay clean and electrically steady so traffic behind the vehicle gets the right signal.
On affected motorcycles, the connector at the brake pressure switch was not protected well enough from salt water and chemicals used in winter de-icers. Moisture and contaminants can saturate the connector and corrode the switch circuit. When that happens, the rear brake lights stay on even when the brakes are not being applied, which hides the difference between coasting and braking from drivers behind you.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first visible sign is the rear brake lights staying on after the brake pedal or lever is released.
Who's affected?
Covers four Arcimoto models across the 2019-2022 model years, all with the same brake pressure switch.
| 2022 Arcimoto Roadster | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Arcimoto Fuv | brake system |
| 2020 Arcimoto Fuv | brake system |
| 2020 Arcimoto Deliverator | brake system |
| 2021 Arcimoto Fuv | brake system |
| 2021 Arcimoto Deliverator | brake system |
| 2021 Arcimoto Rapid Responder | brake system |
| 2020 Arcimoto Roadster | brake system |
| 2021 Arcimoto Roadster | brake system |
| 2022 Arcimoto Deliverator | brake system |
| 2022 Arcimoto Fuv | brake system |
| 2022 Arcimoto Rapid Responder | brake system |
| Units affected | 541 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 6 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?
Brake lights that stay on can confuse drivers behind you because they no longer show when you are actually slowing or stopping. That confusion increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before this happens, so schedule the recall service soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Arcimoto dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2022 Arcimoto Roadster, Fuv, Deliverator, or Rapid Responder is included in this recall.
- Contact Arcimoto to schedule the free brake-pressure-switch inspection and dielectric-grease service that keeps the brake lights from staying on.
- Reference recall number 22V175 when you schedule the service appointment.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it, and ask Arcimoto what to expect during the inspection.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete, especially if the brake lights stay on.
What happens at the repair
At the service appointment, an Arcimoto technician inspects the brake pressure switch and adds dielectric grease to the electrical connection. That work is intended to stop corrosion from leaving the brake lights illuminated constantly. The recall repair is free, and Arcimoto says only its service department is allowed to perform the brake pressure switch upgrade. Arcimoto is not offering reimbursement for remedy work done by anyone other than Arcimoto, and says owners have not incurred known costs from this defect.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| March 23, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 27, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 27, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| May 27, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 27, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 3, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V175?
Recall 22V175 covers 541 2019-2022 Arcimoto Roadster, Fuv, Deliverator, and Rapid Responder motorcycles. The brake pressure switch can corrode after exposure to salt and de-icer chemicals, leaving the brake lights illuminated constantly. Arcimoto will inspect the switch connection and add dielectric grease.
What should I do if my 2019-2022 Arcimoto Roadster, Fuv, Deliverator, or Rapid Responder is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 22V175. If it is, contact Arcimoto at 1-541-683-6293 to schedule the service appointment for the brake pressure switch inspection and dielectric grease application. Reference recall 22V175 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to complete the recall remedy at no cost to owners. Arcimoto's remedy is an inspection of the brake pressure switch connection and application of dielectric grease to prevent the brake lights from remaining on.
What is the safety risk?
Brake lights that stay illuminated can confuse other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. The repair path is direct: confirm your VIN, then schedule Arcimoto's brake pressure switch inspection and dielectric grease service.
When were owners notified about recall 22V175?
Arcimoto mailed owner notification letters on May 27, 2022. Used-vehicle owners and owners who changed addresses should still check the VIN, since the letter follows registration records and the VIN decides whether this recall applies.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V175000 |
|---|---|
| Arcimoto customer service | 1-541-683-6293 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V175 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V175000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →