Lightning Emotors 2021–2023 Electrical System recall

Recalled October 9, 2023 · NHTSA recall 23V678000 · Lightning Emotors

Hazard

Failure to illuminate the indicator warning lights during vehicle startup may not properly notify the driver of system failures, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact Lightning eMotors customer service at 1-970-744-7241.

Units

239 units

Description

Lightning eMotors Inc. (Lightning eMotors) is recalling certain 2021-2022 FT3-40, 2021-2023 FT3-80, and 2022-2023 FT3-120 vehicles. The instrument cluster may not activate the "Brake," "Park," and "ABS" indicator warning lights during the light function check when the ignition is turned to the "on" (run) position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."

What to do

Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact Lightning eMotors customer service at 1-970-744-7241.

Product

Lightning Emotors FT3-120 · Lightning Emotors FT3-40 · Lightning Emotors FT3-80

Manufacturer(s)

Lightning eMotors Inc.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →