Recall 22V223 covers 516 2019-2022 Arcimoto Roadster, Fuv, Deliverator, and Rapid Responder motorcycles for firmware that can disable outlet charging. Arcimoto updates it free.
Arcimoto is recalling 516 2019-2022 Fuv, Roadster, Deliverator, and Rapid Responder motorcycles because freezing battery temperatures can cause the vehicle control unit to disable charging from a power outlet. If the system disables charging, the driver can operate the vehicle in an uncharged state; that can cause a stall and increase crash risk, and Arcimoto dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The charging software in the 2019-2022 Arcimoto Roadster, Fuv, Deliverator, and Rapid Responder controls when the battery is allowed to take power from a wall outlet. The vehicle control unit, or VCU, watches battery temperature and can shut charging off when the battery is below 0°C, because charging a frozen battery is unsafe. That cold-temperature block is a normal protection step.
On affected motorcycles, the software handles temperatures around 0°C incorrectly. If the battery temperature drops below freezing, rises above freezing, then repeats that cycle within a minute, the VCU can latch the charging circuit off. After that latch-out, the motorcycle will not charge from a power outlet again until a hard reset is done. The repair changes the firmware so normal cold-weather charging protection remains, but the charging circuit does not get permanently disabled by brief freezing-point swings.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners will notice the problem when the motorcycle refuses to charge after exposure to freezing temperatures.
Who's affected?
Spans four Arcimoto models across the 2019-2022 model years, all tied to the same electric propulsion system component category.
| 2022 Arcimoto Roadster | electric propulsion system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Arcimoto Fuv | electric propulsion system |
| 2020 Arcimoto Fuv | electric propulsion system |
| 2020 Arcimoto Deliverator | electric propulsion system |
| 2021 Arcimoto Fuv | electric propulsion system |
| 2021 Arcimoto Deliverator | electric propulsion system |
| 2021 Arcimoto Rapid Responder | electric propulsion system |
| 2020 Arcimoto Roadster | electric propulsion system |
| 2021 Arcimoto Roadster | electric propulsion system |
| 2022 Arcimoto Deliverator | electric propulsion system |
| 2022 Arcimoto Fuv | electric propulsion system |
| 2022 Arcimoto Rapid Responder | electric propulsion system |
| Units affected | 516 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A disabled charging system can leave the vehicle operating without enough charge, which can lead to a stall and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the firmware update promptly. 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 customer service at 1-541-683-6293 to schedule the free firmware update that fixes the cold-battery charging shutoff.
- Reference recall number 22V223 when you call, and bring the owner letter if Arcimoto mailed one.
- Confirm the vehicle is charging from a power outlet before use in freezing temperatures.
- Avoid driving with a low battery until the firmware update is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the service visit, an Arcimoto service technician updates the vehicle control unit firmware. The software update is free under the recall, with parts and labor covered by Arcimoto. If you already paid for a related charging or control unit repair before the recall notice, Arcimoto has a general reimbursement plan on file. Ask Arcimoto customer service or the service desk how to submit repair documentation for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 6, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 9, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| May 9, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 16, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 3, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V223?
Recall 22V223 covers 516 2019-2022 Arcimoto Roadster, Fuv, Deliverator, and Rapid Responder motorcycles with charging firmware that can disable charging from a power outlet when the battery is at freezing temperatures. Arcimoto will update the firmware for free.
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 vehicle is included in recall 22V223. If it is, contact Arcimoto service at 1-541-683-6293 to arrange the free firmware update. Reference recall number 22V223 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall remedy at no cost, and Arcimoto's remedy is a firmware update performed free of charge by an Arcimoto service technician. Parts and labor for the recall are covered.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is a stall from operating the vehicle in an uncharged state. If charging is disabled after the battery reaches freezing temperatures, the driver can think the vehicle charged from a power outlet when it did not, increasing crash risk.
When did Arcimoto notify owners?
Arcimoto mailed owner notification letters on June 3, 2022. If you own one of these vehicles and did not receive a letter, check your VIN and contact Arcimoto service with recall number 22V223.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V223000 |
|---|---|
| Arcimoto customer service | 1-541-683-6293 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V223 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V223000 |
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 →