2012 FISKER KARMA
5 recalls, 12 complaints - 26 TSBs
19V181000 Mar 6, 2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Karma Automotive (Karma) is recalling certain 2012 Fisker Karma vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Ne... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Karma has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109. Karma's number for this recall is 5.84.17.001.01.
17V004000 Jan 6, 2017
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Karma Automotive LLC (Karma) is recalling certain 2012 Fisker Karma vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina and Texas. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as... Read more
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Karma will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began on September 8, 2017. Karma Automotive Client Services Team can be reached at [email protected] or by calling 1-855-288-6109. Karma's number for this recall is 5.84.17.001.0... Read more
12V413000 Aug 22, 2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Defect Description
Fisker Automotive (Fisker) is recalling certain model year 2012 Fisker Karma passenger cars manufactured from June 15, 2011, through July 9, 2012. A manufacturing defect in the low temperature cooling fan may result in a direct short.
Consequence
A direct short may ignite the fan housing, shroud and surrounding components, causing a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Fisker will notify owners, and dealers will remove the two potentially affected low temperature cooling fans and replace them with one improved low temperature cooling fan, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 24, 2012. Owners may contact Fisker consumer affairs at 1-855-575-7577, opt... Read more
12V241000 May 30, 2012
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Defect Description
FISKER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 FISKER KARMA PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 22, 2011, THROUGH JANUARY 20, 2012. WITHIN THE HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY, CERTAIN HOSE CLAMPS MAY HAVE BEEN POSITIONED INCORRECTLY DURING ASSEMBLY. IF POSITIONED INCORRECTLY, THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVE... Read more
Consequence
IF COOLANT ENTERS THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT, AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy
ALL KNOWN OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED AND INSTRUCTED NOT TO CHARGE OR DRIVE THE VEHICLE. OWNERS WILL BE ADVISED TO CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED FISKER DEALER WHO WILL ARRANGE TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE DIRECTLY TO THEIR REPAIR FACILITY. THE REPAIR FACILITY WILL REPLACE THE HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY WITH A NEW PART,... Read more
11V598000 Dec 27, 2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Defect Description
FISKER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 FISKER KARMA PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 1, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 3, 2011. WITHIN THE HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY, CERTAIN HOSE CLAMPS MAY HAVE BEEN POSITIONED INCORRECTLY DURING ASSEMBLY. IF POSITIONED INCORRECTLY, THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER COUL... Read more
Consequence
IF COOLANT ENTERS THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT, AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy
FISKER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY WITH A NEW PART AT NO COST TO THE OWNER. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 5, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FISKER CONSUMER AFFAIRS AT 1-855-575-7577, OPTION 2, 6AM - 7PM (PST) MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY.
Complaint Statistics
12 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
TIRES
Nov 20, 2023
Incident date: Nov 20, 2023
Sudden, Extreme vibration of front tires on I-95 West Palm Beach FL. Drove immediately to Schumacher Volvo to keep initial service appointment. Service manager advised to replace all 4 tires due to previous experience with OEM Perelli tire failures on Volvo vehicles. Replaced all 4 tires at Costco ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 30, 2019
Incident date: Dec 30, 2018
THE HIGH VOLTAGE LITHIUM-ION BATTERY IS FAULTY AND BURNS OUT OR SHORTS OUT THE BATTERY MODULES.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 30, 2019
Incident date: Dec 30, 2018
THE HIGH VOLTAGE LITHIUM-ION BATTERY IS FAULTY AND BURNS OUT OR SHORTS OUT THE BATTERY MODULES.
POWER TRAIN
Jan 30, 2019
Incident date: Dec 30, 2018
THE HIGH VOLTAGE LITHIUM-ION BATTERY IS FAULTY AND BURNS OUT OR SHORTS OUT THE BATTERY MODULES.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 10, 2015
Incident date: Nov 3, 2015
AFTER BASELINE 520 UPDATE PERFORMED BY KARMA AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE EXHIBITS ISSUES WITH LOSS OF PROPULSION AND MULTIPLE CLICKING NOISES WHEN THIS OCCURS. WAS ON A MAJOR FREEWAY AND VEHICLE LOST PROPULSION IN THE FAST LANE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 4, 2015
Incident date: Jan 10, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FISKER KARMA. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE BATTERY MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND WOULD NOT BE REPLACED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V598000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 18, 2012
Incident date: Mar 19, 2012
CAR WAS DELIVERED MARCH 19TH, 2012 WITH ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS. DEALER REFUSED TO HAVE VEHICLE EVALUATED, OR INSPECTED. DEALER DID NOT RETURN MY CALL AND FISKER MOTORS DID NOT RETURN MY CALLS. CAR LOST ALL POWER, WHILE DRIVING ON THREE OCCASIONS IN FIRST 60 MILES. IN ONE INSTANCE HEADLIGHTS AND CO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 18, 2012
Incident date: Mar 19, 2012
CAR WAS DELIVERED MARCH 19TH, 2012 WITH ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS. DEALER REFUSED TO HAVE VEHICLE EVALUATED, OR INSPECTED. DEALER DID NOT RETURN MY CALL AND FISKER MOTORS DID NOT RETURN MY CALLS. CAR LOST ALL POWER, WHILE DRIVING ON THREE OCCASIONS IN FIRST 60 MILES. IN ONE INSTANCE HEADLIGHTS AND CO... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 18, 2012
Incident date: Mar 19, 2012
CAR WAS DELIVERED MARCH 19TH, 2012 WITH ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS. DEALER REFUSED TO HAVE VEHICLE EVALUATED, OR INSPECTED. DEALER DID NOT RETURN MY CALL AND FISKER MOTORS DID NOT RETURN MY CALLS. CAR LOST ALL POWER, WHILE DRIVING ON THREE OCCASIONS IN FIRST 60 MILES. IN ONE INSTANCE HEADLIGHTS AND CO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 20, 2011
Incident date: Dec 19, 2011
WHILE DRIVING THE CAR, A 2012 FISKER KARMA, AT 35 MPH, THE CAR SHUT ITSELF OFF, ALL LIGHTS ON THE DASH ILLUMINATED, THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK AND THE STEERING WAS IMPAIRED LEAVING BASIC DIRECTIONAL CONTROL ONLY. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 20, 2011
Incident date: Dec 19, 2011
WHILE DRIVING THE CAR, A 2012 FISKER KARMA, AT 35 MPH, THE CAR SHUT ITSELF OFF, ALL LIGHTS ON THE DASH ILLUMINATED, THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK AND THE STEERING WAS IMPAIRED LEAVING BASIC DIRECTIONAL CONTROL ONLY. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dec 20, 2011
Incident date: Dec 19, 2011
WHILE DRIVING THE CAR, A 2012 FISKER KARMA, AT 35 MPH, THE CAR SHUT ITSELF OFF, ALL LIGHTS ON THE DASH ILLUMINATED, THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK AND THE STEERING WAS IMPAIRED LEAVING BASIC DIRECTIONAL CONTROL ONLY. *TR
EPA Fuel Economy, 2012 FISKER KARMA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (A1) (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 21.0 | 20.0 | Premium Gas or Electricity | $3,800 |
CO2 Emissions: 169.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 FISKER KARMA
26 manufacturer communications from 24 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 9 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 2 |
| 135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR | 1 |
| 111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES | 1 |
| 112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | 1 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
00.01.16.0011.03
Jul 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Traction Motor and Inverter Location and Nomenclature
SB-230120052
Dec 19, 2012
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
FISKER: AFTER AN EXTENDED DRIVE, WITH HEATER ON, IN STEALTH MODE, A FLASHING OR SOLID CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (CEL) ILLUMINATES, WITH ROUGH IDLE, WHEN ENGINE/GENERATOR IS TURNED ON. MODELS 2012-2013 KARMA. *PE
FC-370120038
Nov 13, 2012
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
FISKER: ON THE END OF RELEASE CABLE IS ORIGINAL DOOR PULL RING WHICH CAN SLIP OFF BALL. A DOOR PULL RINGS, THAT FULLY CAPTURE AND ENGAGE CABLE RELEASE BALL, WAS REDESIGN AND REPLACES PULL RING ON THE FOUR DOORS AND CABLE RELEASE FOR THE TR
SB-290120033
Apr 18, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FISKER: BATTERY CHARGER CONTROL MODULE LOSES COMMUNICATION DUE TO A POTENTIAL FALSE SETTING. *PE
SB-254120032
Apr 11, 2012
191000 TIRES:TREAD/BELT
FISKER: INFORMATION PROVIDED ON STANDARD GOODYEAR TIRES FITTED TO KARMA, WITH WEAR INDICATOR BARS, STILL HAVE USABLE TREAD RUBBER ON SHOULDER RIBS, THOUGH APPEARING WORN. *PE
FB-A-123
Apr 5, 2012
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
FISKER: INFORMATION REGARDING IMPROVED ENHANCEMENT TO HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY, DUE TO UNDERPERFORMANCE AND DECREASED DURABILITY CAUSED BY A LATENT DEFECT IN THE PRISMATIC CELLS. *PE UPDATED 5/15/12. *PE
ST-194120023
Apr 2, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FISKER: INFORMATION FOR CORRECTLY FORMATTING, DOWNLOADING, AND LOADING SOFTWARE AND FILES ON USB FLASH DRIVE IS BEING PROVIDED AS A SERVICE TIP. *PE
FF-012
Mar 15, 2012
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
FISKER: EXPLANATION REGARDING COMMAND CENTER TIPS FOR THE TOUCH PANEL ON COMPUTER SCREEN ON VEHICLE. *PE
FF-011
Mar 15, 2012
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FISKER: INFORMATION IS BEING PROVIDED REGARDING CHARGING PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLE. *PE
FF-010
Mar 8, 2012
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FISKER: EXPLANATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE 3 DIFFERENT DRIVING MODES OF VEHICLE. *PE
SB-278120013
Feb 15, 2012
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
FISKER: INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED FOR REPLACING ENTIRE EXTERIOR SIDE MIRROR ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS AFTER REBUILDING A DIFFERENT MIRROR. *PE
FC-390120002-02
Feb 9, 2012
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
FISKER: UPON INSPECTION, HV DC GENERATOR POWER CABLE CONNECTOR MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INCORRECTLY OR DAMAGED. *PE
FC-390120002-02
Feb 9, 2012
111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
FISKER: UPON INSPECTION, HV DC GENERATOR POWER CABLE CONNECTOR MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INCORRECTLY OR DAMAGED. *PE
FSC-290120011.01
Feb 7, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FISKER: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING UPDATING, WITHOUT REPLACING, ECU SOFTWARE FLASH REPROGRAMMING. *PE
FSC-290120011.01
Feb 7, 2012
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FISKER: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING UPDATING, WITHOUT REPLACING, ECU SOFTWARE FLASH REPROGRAMMING. *PE
SC-390120008.01
Jan 27, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FISKER: SOFTWARE UPDATE WITHOUT REPLACING ECU. *PE
SB-299120007.01
Jan 26, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FISKER: WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU, THE FLASH REPROGRAMMING ALLOWS SOFTWARE FOR ECU TO BE UPDATED. *PE
FC-390120003.01
Jan 24, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FISKER: WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU, THE ECU SOFTWARE IS ALLOWED, BY THE FLASH REPROGRAMMING, TO BE UPDATED. *PE UPDATED 5/14/2012. *PE
SC-390120010
Jan 22, 2012
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FISKER: DUE TO INSULATION PROPERTIES OF INSTALLED HARDWARE, INFORMATION IS PROVIDED TO ADDRESS 14 GROUND POINTS IN 12 VOLT SYSTEM WITH HIGH ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE. *PE
SB-290120001
Jan 17, 2012
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
FISKER: AFTER EVERY TIRE ROTATION, VCM (VEHICLE CONTROL MODULE) REPLACEMENT, OR SENSOR REPLACEMENT, A PROCEDURE, TPMS (TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM) LEARN FUNCTION, MUST BE PERFORMED. *PE
SC-390110019.03
Jan 16, 2012
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
FISKER: TEST PROCEDURE FOR 12 VOLT BATTERY ALREADY INSTALLED AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, WITHOUT REQUIRING DIRECT ACCESS TO 12 VOLT BATTERY. *PE
FAC-316120002
Jan 11, 2012
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
FISKER: FRONT INVERTER HAS INCORRECT GROUND LOCATIONS AND PAINT ON MATING SURFACE OF BULKHEAD CAUSES INSUFFICIENT GROUND CONNECTIONS. *PE
SB-390110015.01
Jan 9, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FISKER: BASELINE 611 SOFTWARE IS BEING UPDATED IN SOME VEHICLES. THE ECU IS NOT BEING REPLACED. *PE
SC-39011018.01
Jan 5, 2012
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
FISKER: INFORMATION REGARDING THE DAMAGED WIRES, UNDERNEATH THE GROMMET OF VEHICLE CONTROL MODULE (VCM) LOW VOLTAGE WIRE HARNESS, NEEDS TO BE INSPECTED AND REPAIRED. *PE
SB-39011016-02
Dec 20, 2011
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FISKER: INFORMATION PERTAINING TO INSTRUCTIONS OF UPDATING THE ECU SOFTWARE WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU, WITH NEW NAVIGATION BOOT SUPPORT PATCH. INDIVIDUAL BULLETINS HAVE FIELD FIX PROCEDURES FOR FLASH CALIBRATION UPDATES FOR SPECIFIC MODE
SB-390110020.05
Jan 18, 2010
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FISKER: WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU, THE SOFTWARE IS ALLOWED, BY FLASH REPROGRAMMING, TO BE UPDATED TO BASELINE 612. *PE
FISKER KARMA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FISKER KARMA across all model years (2012, 2012).
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Total Recalls
12
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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