Model year record

2023 FISKER Ocean

6 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 2,772 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V865000

Service brakes, hydraulic; autohold brake system/brake hold: software

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic; autohold brake system/brake hold: software
Manufacturer
Fisker Group Inc
Vehicles affected
7,745
Reported to NHTSA
2024-11-15
Owners notified
2024-03-11

Defect description

Fisker Group Inc (Fisker) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ocean vehicles. The transmission may not shift into the selected gear, allowing the vehicle to roll away while in Drive or Reverse.

Safety risk

A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Fisker released an over-the-air (OTA) software update on March 11, 2024, free of charge. Owners may contact Fisker customer service at 1-844-347-5371.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V623000

Service brakes, electric: software/programming

Component
Service brakes, electric: software/programming
Manufacturer
Fisker Group Inc
Vehicles affected
7,745
Reported to NHTSA
2024-08-20
Owners notified
2024-09-26

Defect description

Fisker Group Inc (Fisker) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ocean vehicles. The brake module software may cause an unexpected reduction in regenerative braking, decreasing the braking performance.

Safety risk

Decreased braking performance can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Fisker will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact Fisker customer service at 1-844-347-5371. Fisker's number for this recall is TSB10062408.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V499000

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery: management system/energy control module (BMS/BECM)

Component
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery: management system/energy control module (BMS/BECM)
Manufacturer
Fisker Group Inc
Vehicles affected
7,545
Reported to NHTSA
2024-07-02
Owners notified
2024-08-19

Defect description

Fisker Group Inc (Fisker) is recalling all 2023-2024 Ocean vehicles. A communication failure with the cabin electric water pump can cause the high voltage battery management system (BMS) to enter limp mode, causing a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Fisker will replace the pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2024. Owners may contact Fisker customer service at 1-844-347-5371. Fisker's number for this recall is TSB30032401.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V466000

Structure: body: door: handle: exterior

Component
Structure: body: door: handle: exterior
Manufacturer
Fisker Group Inc
Vehicles affected
8,204
Reported to NHTSA
2024-06-20
Owners notified
2024-08-19

Defect description

Fisker Group Inc (Fisker) is recalling all 2023-2024 Ocean vehicles. The exterior door handles can stick and fail to open.

Safety risk

A door that fails to open can prevent occupants from exiting in an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Fisker will inspect and replace the door handles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2024. Owners may contact Fisker customer service at 1-844-347-5371. Fisker's number for this recall is TSB55062401.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V405000

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

Component
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Manufacturer
Fisker Group Inc
Vehicles affected
6,864
Reported to NHTSA
2024-06-05
Owners notified
2024-06-11

Defect description

Fisker Group Inc (Fisker) is recalling all 2023 Ocean vehicles. The instrument panel displays the incorrect font size of the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights, and displays certain warning lights in amber instead of red. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems" and 101, "Controls and Displays." Additionally, multiple warning lights fail to illuminate during the ignition cycle bulb check, failing to comply with the requirements of FMVSS 138 and 208.

Safety risk

Warning lights that do not display correctly can fail to alert the driver to critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Fisker will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2024. Owners may contact Fisker customer service at 1-844-347-5371. Fisker's number for this recall is TSB70062404.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V404000

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery: management system/energy control module (BMS/BECM): software

Component
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery: management system/energy control module (BMS/BECM): software
Manufacturer
Fisker Group Inc
Vehicles affected
6,864
Reported to NHTSA
2024-06-05
Owners notified
2024-06-13

Defect description

Fisker Group Inc (Fisker) is recalling all 2023 Ocean vehicles. The Motor Control Unit (MCU) and Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) software may cause the vehicle to enter a safe state protection mode unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Fisker will release an over-the-air (OTA) update to the MCU and VCU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2024. Owners may contact Fisker customer service at 1-844-347-5371. Fisker's number for this recall is TSB10032403.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Electrical system5214,000 mi
Unknown or other477
Service brakes460500 mi
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking184
Forward collision avoidance: warnings142
Power train1322,700 mi
Lane departure: blind spot detection123
Engine867,000 mi
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control83
Exterior lighting72
Lane departure: warning70
Structure: body69
Vehicle speed control667,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system56
Lane departure: assist52
Seats24
Visibility/wiper23
Service brakes, electric179,633 mi
Seat belts168,000 mi
Structure168,000 mi
Steering13
Back over prevention: warnings12
Back over prevention: rearview system braking11
Service brakes, hydraulic102,100 mi
Suspension610 mi
Wheels6
Air bags42,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages350 mi
Electrical system: 12V/24V/48V battery232,598 mi
Forward collision avoidance210 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch28,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic; autohold brake system/brake hold: software250 mi
Back over prevention110 mi
Electrical system: adas11,000 mi
Electrical system: adas: parking assist: sensors17,000 mi
Electrical system: ignition: anti-theft: immobilizer/proximity: key/sender1
Exterior lighting: turn signal: switch1100 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: lock1
Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch1
Parking brake1
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: air handler/chamber, ducts, and valves1
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer1100 mi

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.