Fisker Ocean Recalls (2023-2024)
Every recall for model year 2021 and newer · Safety warnings · California lemon law
The 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean has 6 recall campaigns for model year 2021 and newer, 0 with a do-not-drive warning, 0 with a park-outside fire warning, and 0 where NHTSA’s filing shows an interim notice or no final fix. Most involve brakes (2), ev and hybrid battery (2), body, doors and seats (1). Check your VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup, and if your Ocean keeps going back to the dealer for the same problem, it may qualify under California’s lemon law.
What recalls does the Fisker Ocean have?
- 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean Autohold Brake System Software Recall (24V865)
November 15, 2024 · 7,745 vehicles · BrakesThe transmission may not shift into the selected gear, allowing the vehicle to roll away while in Drive or Reverse.
Risk: A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Fisker released an over-the-air (OTA) software update on March 11, 2024, free of charge.
- 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean Software and Programming Recall (24V623)
August 20, 2024 · 7,745 vehicles · BrakesThe brake module software may cause an unexpected reduction in regenerative braking, decreasing the braking performance.
Risk: Decreased braking performance can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Fisker will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.
- 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean Electrical Management System Recall (24V499)
July 2, 2024 · 7,545 vehicles · EV and Hybrid BatteryA 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.
Risk: A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Fisker will replace the pumps, free of charge.
- 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean Body Exterior Recall (24V466)
June 20, 2024 · 8,204 vehicles · Body, Doors and SeatsThe exterior door handles can stick and fail to open.
Risk: A door that fails to open can prevent occupants from exiting in an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Fisker will inspect and replace the door handles as necessary, free of charge.
- 2023 Fisker Ocean Electrical Management System Software Recall (24V404)
June 5, 2024 · 6,864 vehicles · EV and Hybrid BatteryThe 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Fisker will release an over-the-air (OTA) update to the MCU and VCU software, free of charge.
- 2023 Fisker Ocean Instrument Cluster Recall (24V405)
June 5, 2024 · 6,864 vehicles · Electrical SystemThe 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.
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.
Fix: Fisker will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.
Which Ocean parts are recalled most?
| Recall area | Campaigns | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 2 | 15,490 |
| EV and Hybrid Battery | 2 | 14,409 |
| Body, Doors and Seats | 1 | 8,204 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 6,864 |
Which Ocean model years have the most recalls?
| Model year | Recalls | Campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 24V865000 (brakes), 24V623000 (brakes), 24V499000 (ev and hybrid battery), 24V466000 (body, doors and seats), 24V404000 (ev and hybrid battery), 24V405000 (electrical system) |
| 2024 | 4 | 24V865000 (brakes), 24V623000 (brakes), 24V499000 (ev and hybrid battery), 24V466000 (body, doors and seats) |
How do I check my Ocean for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 6 Fisker Ocean campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Fisker dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.
What are Ocean owners reporting?
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.
| Model year | Complaints | Most reported components |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 884 | Electrical System (376), Service Brakes (323), Unknown Or Other (283) |
Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):
As I was driving home from the grocery store, the car started to slow down and violently shook to a stop before shutting off. Thankfully, I could restart the car enough times, and the same experience happened every time so that I could make it home safely with my hazard flashers on.
2023 FISKER Ocean owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11633743
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V499000 (Electrical System); and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair; however, the dealer informed the contact that a cost would be charged because the manufacturer had filed for bankruptcy.
2023 FISKER Ocean owner, Service Brakes, NHTSA complaint 11633942
Can a recall make your Ocean a lemon in California?
Owners of a Fisker Ocean often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
2 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.
Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.
Frequently asked questions about Fisker Ocean recalls
How many recalls does the Fisker Ocean have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for 2021 and newer Fisker Ocean vehicles as of October 1, 2026. The newest is 24V865000, filed November 15, 2024.
How do I check my Fisker Ocean for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any authorized dealer to run it. Not every vehicle of a model year is included in each recall.
Are recall repairs free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. Ask the dealer to confirm before work begins.
Can I get a buyback for my Fisker Ocean?
Possibly, if a covered defect was not fixed in a reasonable number of attempts or the vehicle spent a long time out of service. A recall alone is not enough, but repeat repairs or a failed recall fix can support a claim.
Sources
- NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA recall and complaint data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.22
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