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2022 Lightning Emotors FT3-86 — federal recalls on file

1 federal recall reported for the 2022 Lightning Emotors FT3-86

These are federal recalls reported for the 2022 Lightning Emotors FT3-86. A recall may apply only to certain VIN ranges or production windows. To confirm whether your specific VIN is in the affected window, use NHTSA's official per-VIN lookup or enter your VIN on our check page.

23V-207 Open recall Apr 7, 2023

Lightning eMotors Inc.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Lightning eMotors Inc. (Lightning) is recalling certain 2020 FE4-86 and FT3-43, 2019-2021 FE4-129, and 2019-2022 FT3-86 vehicles. The battery packs may have defective structural welds and experience an internal radiator leak, causing battery failure.

Risk: Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Lightning will replace the battery pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2023. Owners may contact Lightning customer service at 1-970-744-7241. Lightning's number for this recall is 2023-001. The repair is free at any franchised dealer of your brand.

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