Recall 12V-413: 2012 Fisker Karma

Karma Automotive LLC recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Aug 22, 2012, covering about 1,377 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-413
Report date
Aug 22, 2012
Vehicles affected
1,377
Owners notified
Aug 24, 2012

The problem

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.

The risk

A direct short may ignite the fan housing, shroud and surrounding components, causing a vehicle fire.

The fix

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, option 2, 6am - 7pm (pst) Monday through Friday.

Notes

Fisker's recall campaign number is 520120016.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerKarma Automotive LLC
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Fan
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V413000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Fisker Karma2012All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V-413?

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.

How is recall 12V-413 fixed?

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, option 2, 6am - 7pm (pst) Monday through Friday.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.