2023 Fisker Ocean fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Mar 26, 2025TXElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   The software on the vehicle appears to have been updated without my permission or knowledge. 1) Now my doors will no longer lock or unlock from the interior control panel ... which means that the vehicle cannot drive as I am unable to let people into the vehicle due to how the door/door handles function. The door handles used to protrude out of the door when the vehicle was unlocked. Since the interior control panel on the driver's door no longer functions and the doors…

   NHTSA complaint #11650876 · source
2. Filed Mar 8, 2025NVFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

   Our 2023 Fisker Ocean Ultra has lost power, imperiling our family on a busy urban street. Further, after an unannounced and unauthorized software update last week, I have lost the use of the vehicle's central control screen, keeping me from controlling any functions (synchronization to my mobile telephone, the radio, how I control charging, mapping functions, and critical to the car's safe operation, HVAC and defrost).

   NHTSA complaint #11647160 · source
3. Filed Mar 2, 2025MABody & StructureFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   RCLRPT-24V499-7295: NHTSA issued safety recalls for 2 parts in July of 2024. I received messages in the mail from NHTSA. Fisker went bankrupt and I am unable to get these resolved. Lack of access to FAST tool for service providers and parts for #1 and #2. 1. Inspection and potential replacement of outer door handles due to sticking and failure to open 2. replacement of cabin electric water pump due to water pump failure causing loss of drive power there are also 3 over the…

   NHTSA complaint #11645833 · source
4. Filed Feb 26, 2025MDBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Unexpectedly was updated from software version 2.1 to 2.2.1 that has since caused my braking to become harder to make complete stops and increased the brakes being stuck during the stopping process. It has also brought on issues with my regen brake's ability and my range has decreased dramatically. Additionally, I now have multiple status error signs on my front display due to front sensor not detecting and hill mode being activated.

   NHTSA complaint #11645191 · source
5. Filed Feb 15, 2025MADriver Assistance & Safety TechFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

   After an incomplete update to a mandated (part of a recall) software version 2.2, the following happens constantly: Vehicle lost the pedestrian alert noise after the incomplete software update. The lack of the legally required pedestrian alert noises are a safety concern for those around the vehicle. Constant ADAS warnings that are extremely distracting, made even worse when driving in challenging driving conditions, like rain, snow, fog or in the dark. After the incomplete…

   NHTSA complaint #11642895 · source
6. Filed Feb 15, 2025FLElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   I received and over-the-air software update pursuant to NHTSA Campaign Number 24V623. This update imposed a demand on the electrical system sufficient to deplete the 12v battery in the vehicle and damage it to the degree that it required replacement. This software update was incomplete, and further updates are still required, so the newly-replaced battery is now at risk. As a result of this software update, the efficiency of the vehicle has been severely compromised. For…

   NHTSA complaint #11642893 · source
7. Filed Feb 13, 2025WABrakesElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   I have three separate issues. 1. When using the Ocean to tow with the OEM, installed from the factory, tow package, using the turn signals while braking will result in no turn signal indication when using a flat 4 adapter. 2. Range of the vehicle has dramatically decreased to the point where range is unpredictable in the Ocean OS 2.2 update. When we used to get over 300 mi of real range on 340 mi estimated, we can no longer get 200 mi on a charge. This can be startling and…

   NHTSA complaint #11642650 · source
8. Filed Feb 13, 2025FLElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

   My car was bricked as a result of the OTA 2.2 update on [XXX]. This update was mandatory as it was what Fisker was doing to satisfy a recall. To try to remedy, I replaced the 12 v battery. I also followed online guides to get the High Voltage battery going again, as it was at 0%. I used a 25 amp and also a 40 amp 12 v charger attached to the battery, and this allowed the charge port to go to blue (from red) after 20 min attached to the 12 v charger. Once I attach the HV…

   NHTSA complaint #11642535 · source
9. Filed Feb 13, 2025NYElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionVisibility & Wipers

   Following are issues that I have been experiencing with Fisker Ocean One vehicle that I purchased in the summer of 2024: • Heater / defroster is not working. Not able to drive car at this time due to fear that it will snow, or car will fog up inside and there is no way to see through the windshield. • Have a concern driving car without the water pump replacement / risk that car will breakdown when away from home. After driving the car home from the initial purchase, I have…

   NHTSA complaint #11642429 · source
10. Filed Feb 12, 2025CAElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V499000 Water pump replacement resulted in an out of pocket cost of $420 by an authorized shop NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V865000 OTA updates didn’t complete successfully, and rendered a few modules to stop working. NFC reader to open door stopped working and needs to be reinstalled. Vehicle lost exterior sound at low speed to warn pedestrians.

    NHTSA complaint #11642374 · source
11. Filed Feb 12, 2025ORBrakesElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Fisker Inc has gone out of business. A mandatory recall has been issued and the bankruptcy court has assigned a trustee to ensure vehicles are updated to version 2.2 to address safety recall issues. The update to 2.2 has been extremely unpredictable and the trustee has not been able to complete this recall. I had to pay $450.00 to complete the software update. I will have to pay an additional $450 to have the water-pump replaced, plus drive 6 hours to closest service center…

    NHTSA complaint #11642333 · source
12. Filed Feb 12, 2025FLBrakesFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

    I am submitting this complaint because my 2023 Fisker Ocean One has not received any of the six NHTSA-mandated recalls, and with Fisker Inc. now bankrupt and unreachable, there is no clear path to getting these critical safety repairs completed. My wife drives this vehicle daily for work, covering approximately 100–150 miles per day, and the ongoing safety concerns pose a serious risk to her and others on the road. The vehicle has multiple serious safety issues that remain…

    NHTSA complaint #11642272 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology