Lightning eMotors recalls

4 official recalls and safety alerts involving Lightning eMotors since 2022-09, from NHTSA. Newest first. Check the official notice for exact models and batch codes.

This list only includes recalls Recall Atlas has collected since 2021-10. A product not listed here may still be affected; check with Lightning eMotors or the relevant agency.

  1. 2023-10-09
  2. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Lightning eMotors Inc.: Warning Light Malfunction/FMVSS 105

    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.

    NHTSALightning eMotors Inc.239 affectedOfficial notice →
  3. 2023-04-07
  4. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Lightning eMotors Inc.: High-Voltage Battery Failure

    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.

    NHTSALightning eMotors Inc.148 affectedOfficial notice →
  5. 2022-12-16
  6. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Lightning eMotors Inc.: High Voltage Battery Packs May Fail

    A sudden loss of traction power while driving increases the risk of a crash.

    NHTSALightning eMotors Inc.27 affectedOfficial notice →
  7. 2022-09-27
  8. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Lightning eMotors Inc.: Brake and ABS Warning Light Failure/FMVSS 101, 105

    The driver may not be warned of low brake fluid or an ABS malfunction should the warning lights fail to illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSALightning eMotors Inc.226 affectedOfficial notice →