Recall 25V206 affects 23 2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 vehicles for liquid intrusion into battery packs. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Arc dealer.
Blue Arc is recalling 23 2025 BA4L-800 vehicles because Aries LFP battery packs have a sealing defect that allows liquid to enter the battery. Liquid intrusion can cause loss of electrical isolation or a short circuit, raising the risk of fire or shock hazard, and Blue Arc dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 uses a high voltage Aries LFP battery pack to store the electricity that powers the propulsion system. The pack holds battery modules inside a sealed case, so the cells, wiring, and high voltage connections stay isolated from liquid and road exposure. The Battery Management System, or BMS, watches the pack for electrical isolation faults.
On affected vehicles, a fastener along the center spline of the battery pack was not seated correctly. That leaves a leak path in a pack that is supposed to be sealed. Liquid entering the battery pack can reduce electrical isolation or create a high voltage short circuit.
The warning sign comes from the BMS. If it detects a foreign substance causing an isolation fault, an amber or red warning icon appears on the dashboard and a scan tool can read the diagnostic code. If the fault is severe during vehicle start, the vehicle displays "Drive System Fault Charging and Propulsion Disabled" and disables charging and propulsion.
Who's affected?
| 2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| 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 this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
Liquid inside the battery pack can reduce electrical isolation or create a short circuit, increasing the risk of fire or shock hazard. If an amber or red battery warning appears, or the dashboard says "Drive System Fault Charging and Propulsion Disabled," stop using the vehicle and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Arc dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Blue Arc dealer to schedule the free battery-pack inspection and repair for the seal problem that lets liquid enter the traction battery.
- Bring the recall notice if Blue Arc mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V206 when you call.
- Avoid wet conditions and charging indoors until the battery pack has been inspected and repaired or replaced.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Blue Arc technician works with Our Next Energy to inspect the Aries LFP battery packs. If liquid intrusion or sealing damage is found, the pack is repaired or replaced as needed. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, so the owner does not pay for the recall repair. Shyft has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid for this battery-pack repair before the recall notice, contact Shyft customer service and ask what documentation they require for a reimbursement claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 3, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 17, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 18, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| April 18, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 25, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V206?
Recall 25V206 covers 23 2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 vehicles equipped with Aries LFP battery packs. Improper battery-pack sealing can let liquid enter the battery, creating a risk of electrical isolation loss, short circuit, fire, or shock hazard. The battery-pack inspection and needed repair or replacement are free.
What should I do if my 2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V206000. If it is, contact a Blue Arc dealer or Shyft customer service at 1-800-237-7806 to arrange the battery-pack inspection. Shyft's recall number is 25-08. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Shyft will work with Our Next Energy to inspect and repair, or replace, the affected Aries LFP battery packs free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire or shock hazard from liquid intrusion into the traction battery pack. Liquid inside the pack can cause loss of electrical isolation or a short circuit. Check your VIN first, then arrange the free inspection and needed battery-pack repair or replacement.
When were owners notified about this recall?
Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your 2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 is included before arranging service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V206000 |
|---|---|
| Blue Arc customer service | 1-800-237-7806 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V206 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V206000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →