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February 16, 2023 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 23V095000
A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V095
Manufacturer Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 428
Summary
Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp (Electra) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Solo vehicles. A defect in the motor controller and inverter or the battery controller may cause the electric motor to shut down and cause a sudden loss of drive power.
Remedy
Electra will repurchase the affected vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Electra customer service at 1-888-457-SOLO (7656).
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.
Please be reminded of the following requirements:
You are required to submit a draft owner notification letter to this office no less than five days prior to mailing it to the customers. Also, copies of all notices, bulletins, dealer notifications, and other communications that relate to this recall, including a copy of the final owner notification letter and any subsequent owner follow-up notification letter(s), are required to be submitted to this office no later than 5 days after they are originally sent (if they are sent to more than one manufacturer, distributor, dealer, or purchaser/owner).
Please be reminded that under 49 U.S.C. § 30112(a)(3), it is illegal for a manufacturer, to sell, offer for sale, import, or introduce or deliver into interstate commerce, a motor vehicle or item of motor vehicle equipment that contains a safety defect once the manufacturer has notified NHTSA about that safety defect. This prohibition does not apply once the motor vehicle or motor vehicle equipment has been remedied according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
As stated in Part 573.7, submission of the first of eight consecutive quarterly status reports is required within one month after the close of the calendar quarter in which notification to purchasers occurs. Therefore, the first quarterly report will be due on, or before, 30 days after the close of the calendar quarter.
Chronology :
August 2022: ElectraMeccanica received complaints related to loss of propulsion.
September 2022: Additional complaints were received.
October 2022: An internal meeting was held to review this issue. Engineering team instructed to conduct further investigation.
January 15, 2023: A new team comprised of engineering and quality dedicated personnel overseeing issues was installed and a status review of issues was conducted during the first two weeks of January 2023.
January 30, 2023: The engineering and quality dedicated team gathered again, and updated data and information related to the propulsion issue.
February 8, 2023: An internal meeting was held with the engineering, operations, and quality dedicated team to further review this issue. Decision: escalate to executive team.
February 9, 2023: An internal meeting was held with executives, and it was determined to conduct a voluntary recall of the affected vehicles.
As of March 17th, 2023, EMV has identified 37 field reports potentially related to this issue with dates of receipt ranging from Feb. 10th, 2022, to Mar. 6th, 2023. As of March 17th, 2023, EMV is aware of zero accidents or injuries potentially related to this issue for all markets.
3 Affected Products
Vehicle
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
ELECTRAMECCANICA | SOLO | 2021-2023 |
17 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-23V095-4037.PDF 213.769KB
ELECTRAMECCANICA RECALL PRESS RELEASE
RMISC-23V095-1577.pdf 134.901KB
ElectraMeccanica CEO Letter
RMISC-23V095-4714.pdf 114.166KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-23V095-6041.pdf 646.875KB
Email to Customers
RMISC-23V095-1404.pdf 164.161KB
Recall 573 Report-AMENDMENT 1 – 03/21/2023
RCLRPT-23V095-1293.PDF 214.004KB
Recall 573 Report-Amendment 2 – 04/06/2023
RCLRPT-23V095-1104.PDF 214.706KB
Recall 573 Report-Amendment 3 – 04/10/2023
RCLRPT-23V095-3062.PDF 215.912KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-23V095-1945.pdf 129.394KB
Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-23V095-1239.pdf 177.738KB
Email Notification to Customers
RMISC-23V095-3448.pdf 598.999KB
4.19 Final Customer Repurchase Offer Letter
RMISC-23V095-1745.pdf 52.574KB
Recall 573 Report-Amendment 4 – 04/21/2023
RCLRPT-23V095-6996.PDF 215.945KB
June 1st Reminder Email To Customers
RMISC-23V095-8350.pdf 549.243KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2023-2
RCLQRT-23V095-3350.PDF 211.131KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2023-3
RCLQRT-23V095-4277.PDF 211.37KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2023-4
RCLQRT-23V095-2780.PDF 211.458KB
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SEOCONTENT-START
Dear Solo Owner,
We are writing to remind you about an open recall for your SOLO, and the expiration of the full buyback remedy. As noted in previous communications we have offered a full-price buyback that will begin to depreciate come July 15th, 2023. After the 15th, the refund amount for SOLO units will depreciate by 20% for every year after the vehicle was delivered. As a reminder, you are advised not to drive your vehicle. We urge you to take advantage of this offer as we prioritize your safety and the reduction of SOLOs remaining in customers’ hands. Example: An owner bought a SOLO in February 2022 for $18,500. If a signed bill of sale is received on or before July 15, 2023, this owner would receive a repurchase amount of $18,500. On the other hand, if the owner signs the bill of sale on July 16, 2023, depreciation would be applied, reducing the repurchase amount from $18,500 to $14,800. You are advised not to drive your vehicle and contact ElectraMeccanica to begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle. Please visit our FAQ website https://www.electrameccanica.com/solo#FAQs. To begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle, you should contact our Customer Care Team at 1-855- 524-6693; or email at recalls@electrameccanica.com
Sincerely,
ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp.
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Prioritizing Quality and Safety
At ElectraMeccanica, safety and quality are a top priority. That is why today we have announced a voluntary recall of the SOLO (G3) vehicle.
Protecting our customers and their ability to drive our unique EV both safely and enjoyably is of importance to us. That is why, out of an abundance of caution, we have also paused deliveries and sales of the SOLO while we investigate this issue.
Specifically, while driving, the vehicle may experience a loss of propulsion. An instrument cluster warning light illuminates, and the driver will experience a loss of power as the vehicle decelerates as if removing their foot from the accelerator pedal. Steering, braking, and lighting systems are not impacted. The vehicle can be restarted after a short period of time. In the event of sudden loss of propulsion, the vehicle maintains all other critical functionality including power steering, braking, and lighting, and in most instances allows the driver to pull over. However, due to the unexpected loss of propulsion, there may be an increased risk of crash, albeit the Company has not received any reports of injuries or crashes.
We urge any customers who have questions or notice any issues whatsoever to contact our Customer Service Line at 1-888-457-SOLO (7656) when prompted select “1” and select “1” again; or email at service@electrameccanica.com
Sincerely
Susan E. Docherty, ElectraMeccanica CEO, interim COO and Board Member
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This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic Motor Vehicle Safety Act. ElectraMeccanica has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists in the Solo G2 and G3, model year 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023. REASON FOR THIS RECALL
While driving, the vehicle may experience a loss of propulsion. An instrument cluster warning light illuminates, and the driver will experience a loss of power as the vehicle decelerates as if removing their foot from the accelerator pedal. In the event of sudden loss of propulsion, there may be an increased risk of crash.
Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles. WHAT ELECTRAMECCANICA WILL DO
The recall remedy available to you is a vehicle repurchase (buy back). Until July 15, 2023 EMV will repurchase (buy back) your Solo for the purchase price you paid for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping. After July 15, 2023, your vehicle will be repurchased for the purchase price you paid for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less a depreciation of 20 percent per year from the date you purchased your vehicle. ElectraMeccanica will arrange for shipment of your vehicle from your location to ElectraMeccanica at no charge to you. ElectraMeccanica will send a letter to each owner within 10 days regarding their repurchase offer. Any lien against your Solo will be deducted from the repurchase amount and sent directly to the lien holder and/or lender. Your repurchase payment amount, therefore, will be the purchase price you paid for the Solo, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less any applicable depreciation and less the lien amount. You will have the opportunity to review the financial terms of EMV’s repurchase of your Solo prior to your final acceptance of such offer. Please note that ElectraMeccanica is discontinuing the Solo, including the Solo mobile application for the G3. EMV is also ceasing service of the Solo G3, stopping support of the vehicle warranty, and no longer providing parts for these vehicles. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
You are advised to not drive your vehicle and contact ElectraMeccanica to begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle. To begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle, you should contact our Customer Care Team at 1-855- 524-6693; or email at recalls@electrameccanica.com We urge any customers who have questions or notice any issues whatsoever to contact our Customer Care Team at 1-855-524-6693; or email at recalls@electrameccanica.com If EMV is unable to complete vehicle repurchase (buy back) within a reasonable time, you may notify the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E., Washington, DC 20590, by calling 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or by visiting http://www.safercar.gov. 2 3
Federal law requires any lessor who receives a notification of a noncompliance or safety-related defect determination pertaining to any leased motor vehicle to send the notice to the lessee within 10 days. If you no longer own the vehicle or have changed your address, please contact ElectraMeccanica by calling 1-888-457-SOLO, press 1 and press 1 again for service.
Sincerely,
ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp.
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STOP DRIVE • Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles
• Contact ElectraMeccanica to begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle. This notice applies to your solo, Dear , This letter is in follow up to ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp.’s (“EMV”) recall notification communication dated Feb 21st, 2023, advising owners to stop driving their vehicles and informing that the recall remedy available to you is a vehicle repurchase (buy back). Our records show that you are the owner of a vehicle affected by this recall. ELECTRAMECANNICA RECALL REMEDY – REPURCHASE (BUY BACK) The recall remedy available to you is a vehicle repurchase (buy back). Until July 15, 2023, EMV will repurchase (buy back) your Solo for the purchase price you paid for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping. After July 15, 2023, your vehicle will be repurchased for the purchase price you paid for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less a depreciation of 20 percent per year from the date you purchased your vehicle. ElectraMeccanica will arrange for shipment of your vehicle from your location to ElectraMeccanica at no charge to you. Any lien against your Solo will be deducted from the repurchase amount and sent directly to the lien holder and/or lender. Your repurchase payment amount, therefore, will be the purchase price you paid for the Solo, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less any applicable depreciation and less the lien amount. Please note that ElectraMeccanica is discontinuing the Solo G2 and G3, including the Solo mobile application for the G3. EMV is also ceasing service of the Solo G2 and G3, stopping support of the vehicle warranty, and no longer providing parts for the these vehicles. ELECTRAMECCANICA REPURCHASE OF YOUR SOLO According to our records, the purchase price you paid for the Solo, including taxes, fees, and shipping was
. Any lien against your Solo G3 will be deducted from the repurchase amount and sent directly to the lien holder and/or lender. Your repurchase payment amount, therefore, will be the transaction cost of the Solo G3, less any applicable depreciation, and less the lien amount. You will have the opportunity to review the financial terms of EMV’s repurchase of your Solo prior to your final acceptance of such offer.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO You are advised to not drive your vehicle and contact ElectraMeccanica to begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle. To begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle, you can use this link https://recall-form.vercel.app/ or contact our Customer Care Team at 1-855-524-6693; or email at recalls@electrameccanica.com. Our representatives will assist you throughout the repurchase process. If you no longer own the vehicle or have changed your address, please contact ElectraMeccanica by calling 1-888-457-SOLO. We urge any customers who have questions to contact our Customer Care Team at 1-855-524-6693; or email at recalls@electrameccanica.com
Sincerely,
ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp.
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ELECTRAMECCANICA ANNOUNCES VOLUNTARY RECALL
MESA, AZ –(BUSINESSWIRE)–ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp. (NASDAQ: SOLO) (“ElectraMeccanica” or the “Company”), a designer and manufacturer of electric vehicles revolutionizing the urban driving experience, today announced it will voluntarily recall approximately 428 SOLO (G3) vehicles, model years 2021, 2022 and 2023.
While driving, the vehicle may experience a loss of propulsion. An instrument cluster warning light illuminates, and the driver will experience a loss of power as the vehicle decelerates as if removing their foot from the accelerator pedal. Steering, braking, and lighting systems are not impacted. The vehicle can be restarted after a short period of time. In the event of sudden loss of propulsion, the vehicle maintains all other critical functionality including power steering, braking, and lighting, and in most instances allows the driver to pull over. However, due to the unexpected loss of propulsion, there may be an increased risk of crash, albeit the Company has not received any reports of injuries or crashes.
For more information please visit: https://ir.emvauto.com/emotion/blog-details/2023/Prioritizing-Quality-and-Safety/default.aspx
About ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp.
ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp. (NASDAQ: SOLO) is a designer and manufacturer of environmentally efficient electric vehicles (EVs). The company’s flagship vehicle is the innovative, purpose-built, single-seat EV called the SOLO. This three-wheeled vehicle will revolutionize the urban driving experience, including commuting, delivery and shared mobility. Engineered for a single occupant, it offers a unique driving experience for the environmentally conscious consumer. Depending on driving conditions, temperature and climate controls, the SOLO has a range of up to 100 miles and a top speed of up to 80 mph. The SOLO also features front and rear crumple zones, side impact protection, roll bar, torque-limiting control as well as power steering, power brakes, air conditioning and a Bluetooth entertainment system. The SOLO is currently available for order here. For more information, please visit www.emvauto.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
Except for the statements of historical fact contained herein, the information presented in this news release and oral statements made from time to time by representatives of the Company are or may constitute “forward-looking statements” as such term is used in applicable United States and Canadian laws and including, without limitation, within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, for which the Company claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements. These statements relate to analyses and other information that are based on forecasts of future results, estimates of amounts not yet determinable and assumptions of management. Any other statements that express or involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance (often, but not always, using words or phrases such as “expects” or “does not expect,” “is expected,” “anticipates” or “does not anticipate,” “plans,” “estimates” or “intends,” or stating that certain actions, events or results “may,” “could,” “would,” “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and should be viewed as forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks and other factors include, among others, the availability of capital to fund programs and the resulting dilution caused by the raising of capital through the sale of shares, accidents, labor disputes and other risks of the automotive industry including, without limitation, those associated with the environment, delays in obtaining governmental approvals, permits or financing or in the completion of development or construction activities or claims limitations on insurance coverage. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to
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differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved. Forward-looking information is subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Many of these factors are beyond the Company’s ability to control or predict. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ materially and that could impact the Company and the statements contained in this news release can be found in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company assumes no obligation to update or supplement any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements contained in this news release and in any document referred to in this news release. This news release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities.
Contacts:
Patrick Pharris Patrick@PharrisMedia.com (702) 491-7464
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February 21, 2023 RE: Safety Notirce
ELECTRAMECCANICA
We are reaching out to you because you own a S.OlO (G3) and to inform you tihat we have notified the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration (NHTSA) of our voluntary recalll of the SOlO {G3) vehicle. An officiial notice will follow. Specifically, while driving, tlhe vehicle may experience a loss of propulsion. .An instrument duster wanning light illuminates, and the driveirwill experienoe a loss of power as the vehicle dece•lerates.as if removing theirfootfrnm tlhe accelerator pedal. Steering, braking, and lightrng systems are not impacted. The vehicle can be restarted after a short peniod of time, lln the event of sudden loss of propulslion, the vehicle maintains alI other criticaI functionality inc!luding power steering, braking, and .lighting, and in most instances allows the driver to pull over. However, due to tihe unexpeded loss of propulsion, there may be an increased risk of crash, alibeit the Company has not received any reports of injuries or crashes. Although no injuries or crashes have been reported, we are volluntarily taking steps to conduct a recall of the vehides out of an abundance of cautilon. We are al’so pausing de!lfveri es and sales of the S.O!LO wlhile we evaluate and define the best way to address the sittJation. Tile population ofvehides that may be affected inclludes 428 third generation SOLO (63)
vehicles, model years 2021, 202.2, and 2023.. First generation Solo (Gl) vehicles, model year
2019, are not included in the recall popullation as the Gl was built using a different architecture and does not share parts with the affected G3 systems. We hav,e not received any reports of the issue on G1 vehides. To keep you informed, you will receive futme communications from ElectraMeccanica about this recall. We urge any customers who have que.stions or who expe·rienoe this Issue to contact our Customer Service l..ine at 1-888-457-SOILO(7656) when prompted select “1” and select “1” aga in;:or email at service@electrameccanrca.com.
We apologize for any iniconvenienoe this situation may cause, and we appreciate your patience,
Thank you,
EleotraMeccanka Vehicles Corp.
Susan E. Docherty, Chief Executiive Officer
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
<City, State, ZIP>This notice applies to your vehicle,
NHTSA Recall No: 23V-095
Dear ElectraMeccanica Owner,
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic Motor Vehicle Safety Act. ElectraMeccanica has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in the Solo G2 and G3, model years 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023.
REASON FOR THIS RECALL
While driving, the vehicle may experience a loss of propulsion. An instrument cluster warning light illuminates, and the driver will experience a loss of power as the vehicle decelerates as if removing their foot from the accelerator pedal. In the event of sudden loss of propulsion, there may be an increased risk of crash.
Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles.
WHAT ELECTRAMECCANICA WILL DO
The recall remedy available to you is a vehicle repurchase (buy back). Until July 15, 2023, EMV will repurchase (buy back) your Solo for the purchase price you paid for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping. After July 15, 2023, your vehicle will be repurchased for the purchase price you paid for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less a depreciation of 20 percent per year from the date you purchased your vehicle. ElectraMeccanica will arrange for shipment of your vehicle from your location to ElectraMeccanica at no charge to you. ElectraMeccanica will provide each owner with a personalized offer regarding their vehicle.
Any lien against your Solo will be deducted from the repurchase amount and sent directly to the lien holder and/or lender. Your repurchase payment amount, therefore, will be the purchase price you paid for the Solo, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less any applicable depreciation and less the lien amount. You will have the opportunity to review the financial terms of EMV’s repurchase of your Solo prior to your final acceptance of such offer.
Please note that ElectraMeccanica is discontinuing the Solo G2 and G3, including the Solo mobile application for the G3. EMV is also ceasing service of the Solo G2 and G3, stopping support of the vehicle warranty, and no longer providing parts for these vehicles.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
You are advised to not drive your vehicle and contact ElectraMeccanica to begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle. To begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle, you should contact our Customer Service Line at 1-855-524-6693; or email at recalls@electrameccanica.com
We urge any customers who have questions or notice any issues whatsoever to contact our Customer Service Line at 1-855-524-6693; or email at recalls@electrameccanica.com
If EMV is unable to complete vehicle repurchase (buy back) within a reasonable time, you may notify the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E., Washington, DC 20590, by calling 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or by visiting http://www.safercar.gov.
Federal law requires any lessor who receives a notification of a noncompliance or safety-related defect determination pertaining to any leased motor vehicle to send the notice to the lessee within 10 days.
If you no longer own the vehicle or have changed your address, please contact ElectraMeccanica by calling 1-888-457-SOLO, press 1 and press 1 again for service.
Sincerely,
ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp.
STOP DRIVE
• Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles
• Contact ElectraMeccanica to begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle.**************************************************************************************************************IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL <City, State, ZIP>
This notice applies to your vehicle,
NHTSA Recall No: 23V-095
Dear ElectraMeccanica Owner,
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic Motor Vehicle Safety Act. ElectraMeccanica has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in the Solo G2 and G3, model years 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023.
REASON FOR THIS RECALL
While driving, the vehicle may experience a loss of propulsion. An instrument cluster warning light illuminates, and the driver will experience a loss of power as the vehicle decelerates as if removing their foot from the accelerator pedal. In the event of sudden loss of propulsion, there may be an increased risk of crash.
Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles.
WHAT ELECTRAMECCANICA WILL DO
The recall remedy available to you is a vehicle repurchase (buy back). Until July 15, 2023, EMV will repurchase (buy back) your Solo for the purchase price you paid for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping. After July 15, 2023, your vehicle will be repurchased for the purchase price you paid for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less a depreciation of 20 percent per year from the date you purchased your vehicle. ElectraMeccanica will arrange for shipment of your vehicle from your location to ElectraMeccanica at no charge to you. ElectraMeccanica will provide each owner with a personalized offer regarding their vehicle.
Any lien against your Solo will be deducted from the repurchase amount and sent directly to the lien holder and/or lender. Your repurchase payment amount, therefore, will be the purchase price you paid for the Solo, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less any applicable depreciation and less the lien amount. You will have the opportunity to review the financial terms of EMV’s repurchase of your Solo prior to your final acceptance of such offer.
Please note that ElectraMeccanica is discontinuing the Solo G2 and G3, including the Solo mobile application for the G3. EMV is also ceasing service of the Solo G2 and G3, stopping support of the vehicle warranty, and no longer providing parts for these vehicles.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
You are advised to not drive your vehicle and contact ElectraMeccanica to begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle. To begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle, you should contact our Customer Service Line at 1-855-524-6693; or email at recalls@electrameccanica.com
We urge any customers who have questions or notice any issues whatsoever to contact our Customer Service Line at 1-855-524-6693; or email at recalls@electrameccanica.com
If EMV is unable to complete vehicle repurchase (buy back) within a reasonable time, you may notify the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E., Washington, DC 20590, by calling 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or by visiting http://www.safercar.gov.
Federal law requires any lessor who receives a notification of a noncompliance or safety-related defect determination pertaining to any leased motor vehicle to send the notice to the lessee within 10 days.
If you no longer own the vehicle or have changed your address, please contact ElectraMeccanica by calling 1-888-457-SOLO, press 1 and press 1 again for service.
Sincerely,
ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp.
STOP DRIVE
• Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles
• Contact ElectraMeccanica to begin the process of repurchasing your vehicle.**************************************************************************************************************OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp APR 21, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-095 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp Address : 8127 E Ray Road
Mesa AZ 85212
Company phone : 4577656
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 429 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2019-2023 ElectraMeccanica Vehicle Solo Vehicle Type : MOTORCYCLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : The subject population includes 428 (four hundred twenty-eight) 3rd generation Solo (G3) vehicles, model years 2021, 2022, and 2023. In addition, it includes 1 (one) 2nd generation Solo (G2), model year 2019. 1st generation Solo (G1) vehicles, model year 2018, are not included in the recall population as the G1 was built using a different architecture, and do not share parts with the affected G3 systems. There are zero reports of the issue on G1 vehicles.
Production Dates : JUL 01, 2019 – DEC 31, 2022
VIN Range 1 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : LZSEEFYT0M1000121 End : LZSEEFYT6N1000898 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential VIN Range 4 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential VIN Range 5 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential VIN Range 6 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential VIN Range 7 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : While driving, the vehicle may experience a loss of propulsion. An instrument cluster warning light illuminates, and the driver will experience a loss of power as the vehicle decelerates as if removing their foot from the accelerator pedal. Steering, braking, and lighting systems are not impacted. The vehicle can be restarted after a period of time. FMVSS 1 : NR Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095 Page 2 FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In the event of sudden loss of propulsion, the vehicle maintains all other
critical functionality including power steering, braking, and lighting, and in most instances allows the driver to pull over. However, due to the unexpected loss of propulsion, there may be an increased risk of crash.
Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning NR
that can Occur : Involved Components : Component Name 1 : INVERTER (IPU), ALPHA MOTOR
Component Description : Motor controller and inverter Component Part Number : 1001277 Component Name 2 : ASSEMBLY, ECU, BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS)
Component Description : Battery controller and high voltage box Component Part Number : 1000929 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : CHONGQING ZONGSHEN AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY C Address : ZONGSHEN INDUSTRIAL ZONE, BANAN DISTRICT
Chongqing Foreign States 400054
Country : China Chronology :
August 2022: ElectraMeccanica received complaints related to loss of propulsion. September 2022: Additional complaints were received.
October 2022: An internal meeting was held to review this issue. Engineering team instructed to conduct further investigation.
January 15, 2023: A new team comprised of engineering and quality dedicated personnel overseeing issues was installed and a status review of issues was conducted during the first two weeks of January 2023. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095 Page 3 January 30, 2023: The engineering and quality dedicated team gathered again, and updated data and information related to the propulsion issue.
February 8, 2023: An internal meeting was held with the engineering, operations, and quality dedicated team to further review this issue. Decision: escalate to executive team.
February 9, 2023: An internal meeting was held with executives, and it was determined to conduct a voluntary recall of the affected vehicles. As of March 17th, 2023, EMV has identified 37 field reports potentially related to this issue with dates of receipt ranging from Feb. 10th, 2022, to Mar. 6th, 2023. As of March 17th, 2023, EMV is aware of zero accidents or injuries potentially related to this issue for all markets. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The recall remedy is a vehicle repurchase (buy back). Until July 15, 2023,
EMV will repurchase (buy back) the Solo G2 and G3 for the purchase price paid by the customer for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping.
After July 15, 2023, the vehicle will be repurchased for the purchase price paid for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less a depreciation of 20 percent per year from the date of purchase. ElectraMeccanica will arrange for shipment of the vehicle from the customer to our facilities at no charge to the customer. ElectraMeccanica will provide each owner with a personalized offer regarding their vehicle. Any lien against the Solo will be deducted from the repurchase amount and sent directly to the lien holder and/or lender. The customer’s repurchase payment amount, therefore, will be the purchase price they paid for the Solo, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less any applicable depreciation and less the lien amount. The customer will have the opportunity to review the financial terms of EMV’s repurchase offer prior to the final acceptance. Please note that ElectraMeccanica is discontinuing the Solo, including the Solo mobile application for the G3. EMV is also ceasing service of the Solo, stopping support of the vehicle warranty, and no longer providing parts for the Solo. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : As the remedy is repurchasing of the vehicle, no reimbursement will be offered.
Since the remedy is a repurchase of the vehicle, there are no component changes involved in this recall.
Since the remedy is a repurchase of the vehicle, the recall condition was not corrected in production. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : EMV sells directly to consumers and does not have a dealer network.
EMV plans to send out the owner notification letter on or before April 17th.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 17, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 14, 2023 – APR 17, 2023
* NR – Not Reported**************************************************************************************************************
OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp FEB 16, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-095 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp Address : 8123 E Ray Road
Mesa AZ 85212
Company phone : 4577656
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 428 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2023 ElectraMeccanica Vehicle Solo Vehicle Type : MOTORCYCLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : The subject population includes 428 3rd generation Solo (G3) vehicles, model years 2021, 2022, and 2023. 1st generation Solo (G1) vehicles, model year 2019, are not included in the recall population as the G1 was built using a different architecture, and do not share parts with the affected G3 systems. There are zero reports of the issue on G1 vehicles.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2021 – DEC 31, 2022
VIN Range 1 : Begin : LZSEEFYT0M1000121 End : LZSEEFYT6N1000898 Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : While driving, the vehicle may experience a loss of propulsion. An instrument cluster warning light illuminates, and the driver will experience a loss of power as the vehicle decelerates as if removing their foot from the accelerator pedal. Steering, braking, and lighting systems are not impacted. The vehicle can be restarted after a period of time.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In the event of sudden loss of propulsion, the vehicle maintains all other
critical functionality including power steering, braking, and lighting, and in most instances allows the driver to pull over. However, due to the unexpected loss of propulsion, there may be an increased risk of crash.
Description of the Cause : NR
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
NR Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name 1 : INVERTER (IPU), ALPHA MOTOR
Component Description : Motor controller and inverter Component Part Number : 1001277 Component Name 2 : ASSEMBLY, ECU, BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS)
Component Description : Battery controller and high voltage box Component Part Number : 1000929 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : CHONGQING ZONGSHEN AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY C Address : ZONGSHEN INDUSTRIAL ZONE, BANAN DISTRICT
Chongqing Foreign States 400054
Country : China Chronology :
August 2022: ElectraMeccanica received complaints related to loss of propulsion. September 2022: Additional complaints were received.
October 2022: An internal meeting was held to review this issue. Engineering team instructed to conduct further investigation.
January 15, 2023: A new team comprised of engineering and quality dedicated personnel overseeing issues was installed and a status review of issues was conducted during the first two weeks of January 2023.
January 30, 2023: The engineering and quality dedicated team gathered again, and updated data and information related to the propulsion issue.
February 8, 2023: An internal meeting was held with the engineering, operations, and quality dedicated team to further review this issue. Decision: escalate to executive team.
February 9, 2023: An internal meeting was held with executives, and it was determined to conduct a voluntary recall of the affected vehicles. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : NR How Remedy Component Differs NR from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition NR was Corrected in Production : Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : NR
Planned Dealer Notification Date : NR – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : NR – NR
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp APR 10, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-095 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp Address : 8127 E Ray Road
Mesa AZ 85212
Company phone : 4577656
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 429 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2019-2023 ElectraMeccanica Vehicle Solo Vehicle Type : MOTORCYCLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : The subject population includes 428 (four hundred twenty-eight) 3rd generation Solo (G3) vehicles, model years 2021, 2022, and 2023. In addition, it includes 1 (one) 2nd generation Solo (G2), model year 2019. 1st generation Solo (G1) vehicles, model year 2018, are not included in the recall population as the G1 was built using a different architecture, and do not share parts with the affected G3 systems. There are zero reports of the issue on G1 vehicles.
Production Dates : JUL 01, 2019 – DEC 31, 2022
VIN Range 1 : Begin : LZSEEFYT0M1000121 End : LZSEEFYT6N1000898 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential VIN Range 4 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential VIN Range 5 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential VIN Range 6 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential VIN Range 7 : Begin : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 End : LZSEEWYS7K1000038 Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : While driving, the vehicle may experience a loss of propulsion. An instrument cluster warning light illuminates, and the driver will experience a loss of power as the vehicle decelerates as if removing their foot from the accelerator pedal. Steering, braking, and lighting systems are not impacted. The vehicle can be restarted after a period of time. FMVSS 1 : NR Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095 Page 2 FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In the event of sudden loss of propulsion, the vehicle maintains all other
critical functionality including power steering, braking, and lighting, and in most instances allows the driver to pull over. However, due to the unexpected loss of propulsion, there may be an increased risk of crash.
Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning NR
that can Occur : Involved Components : Component Name 1 : INVERTER (IPU), ALPHA MOTOR
Component Description : Motor controller and inverter Component Part Number : 1001277 Component Name 2 : ASSEMBLY, ECU, BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS)
Component Description : Battery controller and high voltage box Component Part Number : 1000929 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : CHONGQING ZONGSHEN AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY C Address : ZONGSHEN INDUSTRIAL ZONE, BANAN DISTRICT
Chongqing Foreign States 400054
Country : China Chronology :
August 2022: ElectraMeccanica received complaints related to loss of propulsion. September 2022: Additional complaints were received.
October 2022: An internal meeting was held to review this issue. Engineering team instructed to conduct further investigation.
January 15, 2023: A new team comprised of engineering and quality dedicated personnel overseeing issues was installed and a status review of issues was conducted during the first two weeks of January 2023. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095 Page 3 January 30, 2023: The engineering and quality dedicated team gathered again, and updated data and information related to the propulsion issue.
February 8, 2023: An internal meeting was held with the engineering, operations, and quality dedicated team to further review this issue. Decision: escalate to executive team.
February 9, 2023: An internal meeting was held with executives, and it was determined to conduct a voluntary recall of the affected vehicles. As of March 17th, 2023, EMV has identified 37 field reports potentially related to this issue with dates of receipt ranging from Feb. 10th, 2022, to Mar. 6th, 2023. As of March 17th, 2023, EMV is aware of zero accidents or injuries potentially related to this issue for all markets. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The recall remedy is a vehicle repurchase (buy back). Until July 15, 2023,
EMV will repurchase (buy back) the Solo G2 and G3 for the purchase price paid by the customer for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping.
After July 15, 2023, the vehicle will be repurchased for the purchase price paid for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less a depreciation of 20 percent per year from the date of purchase. ElectraMeccanica will arrange for shipment of the vehicle from the customer to our facilities at no charge to the customer. ElectraMeccanica will provide each owner with a personalized offer regarding their vehicle. Any lien against the Solo will be deducted from the repurchase amount and sent directly to the lien holder and/or lender. The customer’s repurchase payment amount, therefore, will be the purchase price they paid for the Solo, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less any applicable depreciation and less the lien amount. The customer will have the opportunity to review the financial terms of EMV’s repurchase offer prior to the final acceptance. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Please note that ElectraMeccanica is discontinuing the Solo, including the Solo mobile application for the G3. EMV is also ceasing service of the Solo, stopping support of the vehicle warranty, and no longer providing parts for the Solo.
Since the remedy is a repurchase of the vehicle, there are no component changes involved in this recall.
Since the remedy is a repurchase of the vehicle, the recall condition was not corrected in production. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : EMV sells directly to consumers and does not have a dealer network.
EMV plans to send out the owner notification letter on April 17th. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 17, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 17, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp MAR 21, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-095 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp Address : 8123 E Ray Road
Mesa AZ 85212
Company phone : 4577656
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 428 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2023 ElectraMeccanica Vehicle Solo Vehicle Type : MOTORCYCLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : The subject population includes 428 3rd generation Solo (G3) vehicles, model years 2021, 2022, and 2023. 1st generation Solo (G1) vehicles, model year 2019, are not included in the recall population as the G1 was built using a different architecture, and do not share parts with the affected G3 systems. There are zero reports of the issue on G1 vehicles.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2021 – DEC 31, 2022
VIN Range 1 : Begin : LZSEEFYT0M1000121 End : LZSEEFYT6N1000898 Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : While driving, the vehicle may experience a loss of propulsion. An instrument cluster warning light illuminates, and the driver will experience a loss of power as the vehicle decelerates as if removing their foot from the accelerator pedal. Steering, braking, and lighting systems are not impacted. The vehicle can be restarted after a period of time.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In the event of sudden loss of propulsion, the vehicle maintains all other
critical functionality including power steering, braking, and lighting, and in most instances allows the driver to pull over. However, due to the unexpected loss of propulsion, there may be an increased risk of crash.
Description of the Cause : NR
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
NR Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name 1 : INVERTER (IPU), ALPHA MOTOR
Component Description : Motor controller and inverter Component Part Number : 1001277 Component Name 2 : ASSEMBLY, ECU, BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS)
Component Description : Battery controller and high voltage box Component Part Number : 1000929 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : CHONGQING ZONGSHEN AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY C Address : ZONGSHEN INDUSTRIAL ZONE, BANAN DISTRICT
Chongqing Foreign States 400054
Country : China Chronology :
August 2022: ElectraMeccanica received complaints related to loss of propulsion. September 2022: Additional complaints were received.
October 2022: An internal meeting was held to review this issue. Engineering team instructed to conduct further investigation.
January 15, 2023: A new team comprised of engineering and quality dedicated personnel overseeing issues was installed and a status review of issues was conducted during the first two weeks of January 2023.
January 30, 2023: The engineering and quality dedicated team gathered again, and updated data and information related to the propulsion issue.
February 8, 2023: An internal meeting was held with the engineering, operations, and quality dedicated team to further review this issue. Decision: escalate to executive team.
February 9, 2023: An internal meeting was held with executives, and it was determined to conduct a voluntary recall of the affected vehicles. As of March 17th, 2023, EMV has identified 37 field reports potentially related to this issue with dates of receipt ranging from Feb. 10th, 2022, to Mar. 6th, 2023. As of March 17th, 2023, EMV is aware of zero accidents or injuries potentially related to this issue for all markets. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : NR How Remedy Component Differs NR from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition NR was Corrected in Production :
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : EMV sells directly to consumers and does not have a dealer network.
EMV plans to send out the owner notification letter on April 17th.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 17, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 17, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp APR 06, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-095 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp Address : 8127 E Ray Road
Mesa AZ 85212
Company phone : 4577656
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 428 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2021-2023 ElectraMeccanica Vehicle Solo Vehicle Type : MOTORCYCLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : The subject population includes 428 3rd generation Solo (G3) vehicles, model years 2021, 2022, and 2023. 1st generation Solo (G1) vehicles, model year 2019, are not included in the recall population as the G1 was built using a different architecture, and do not share parts with the affected G3 systems. There are zero reports of the issue on G1 vehicles.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2021 – DEC 31, 2022
VIN Range 1 : Begin : LZSEEFYT0M1000121 End : LZSEEFYT6N1000898 Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : While driving, the vehicle may experience a loss of propulsion. An instrument cluster warning light illuminates, and the driver will experience a loss of power as the vehicle decelerates as if removing their foot from the accelerator pedal. Steering, braking, and lighting systems are not impacted. The vehicle can be restarted after a period of time.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : In the event of sudden loss of propulsion, the vehicle maintains all other
critical functionality including power steering, braking, and lighting, and in most instances allows the driver to pull over. However, due to the unexpected loss of propulsion, there may be an increased risk of crash.
Description of the Cause : NR
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
NR Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name 1 : INVERTER (IPU), ALPHA MOTOR
Component Description : Motor controller and inverter Component Part Number : 1001277 Component Name 2 : ASSEMBLY, ECU, BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS)
Component Description : Battery controller and high voltage box Component Part Number : 1000929 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : CHONGQING ZONGSHEN AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY C Address : ZONGSHEN INDUSTRIAL ZONE, BANAN DISTRICT
Chongqing Foreign States 400054
Country : China Chronology :
August 2022: ElectraMeccanica received complaints related to loss of propulsion. September 2022: Additional complaints were received.
October 2022: An internal meeting was held to review this issue. Engineering team instructed to conduct further investigation.
January 15, 2023: A new team comprised of engineering and quality dedicated personnel overseeing issues was installed and a status review of issues was conducted during the first two weeks of January 2023.
January 30, 2023: The engineering and quality dedicated team gathered again, and updated data and information related to the propulsion issue.
February 8, 2023: An internal meeting was held with the engineering, operations, and quality dedicated team to further review this issue. Decision: escalate to executive team.
February 9, 2023: An internal meeting was held with executives, and it was determined to conduct a voluntary recall of the affected vehicles. As of March 17th, 2023, EMV has identified 37 field reports potentially related to this issue with dates of receipt ranging from Feb. 10th, 2022, to Mar. 6th, 2023. As of March 17th, 2023, EMV is aware of zero accidents or injuries potentially related to this issue for all markets. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-095
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The recall remedy is a vehicle repurchase (buy back). Until July 15, 2023,
EMV will repurchase (buy back) the Solo G3 for the purchase price paid by the customer for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping. After July 15, 2023, the vehicle will be repurchased for the purchase price paid for the vehicle, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less a depreciation of 20 percent per year from the date of purchase. ElectraMeccanica will arrange for shipment of the vehicle from the customer to our facilities at no charge to the customer. ElectraMeccanica will send a letter to each owner within 10 days regarding their repurchase offer.
Any lien against the Solo G3 will be deducted from the repurchase amount and sent directly to the lien holder and/or lender. The customer’s repurchase payment amount, therefore, will be the purchase price they paid for the Solo G3, including taxes, fees, and shipping, less any applicable depreciation and less the lien amount. The customer will have the opportunity to review the financial terms of EMV’s repurchase offer prior to the final acceptance. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Please note that effective April 15, 2023, ElectraMeccanica is discontinuing the Solo G3, including the Solo mobile application for the G3. EMV is also ceasing service of the Solo G3, stopping support of the vehicles warranty, and no longer providing parts for the G3.
Since the remedy is a repurchase of the vehicle, there are no component changes involved in this recall.
Since the remedy is a repurchase of the vehicle, the recall condition was not corrected in production. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : EMV sells directly to consumers and does not have a dealer network.
EMV plans to send out the owner notification letter on April 17th.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 17, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – APR 17, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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