NHTSA Campaign 23V207000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Issued by Lightning eMotors Inc. · Reported Apr 7, 2023 · 148 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
LIGHTNING EMOTORS FE4-129 2019 148
LIGHTNING EMOTORS FE4-129 2020 148
LIGHTNING EMOTORS FE4-129 2021 148
LIGHTNING EMOTORS FE4-86 2020 148
LIGHTNING EMOTORS FT3-43 2020 148
LIGHTNING EMOTORS FT3-86 2019 148
LIGHTNING EMOTORS FT3-86 2020 148
LIGHTNING EMOTORS FT3-86 2021 148
LIGHTNING EMOTORS FT3-86 2022 148

Source: NHTSA Campaign 23V207000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.