Defect summary
Tilting Motor Works is recalling certain TRiO Conversion Kits. The bolt that connects the shock hoop to the pivot plate may fail and cause an immediate loss of traction power.
Consequence
Loss of traction power can make the vehicle more difficult to control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Arcimoto will inspect and re-work to ensure lockthread is present, and re-torque the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Tilting Motor Works customer service at 1-206-399-0102.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 21E088000. Text as published by NHTSA.