2023 FISKER OCEAN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

1,833

Owner Complaints

30 Crashes 7 Fires

6

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

59

Service Bulletins

4

Investigations

Overview of the 2023 FISKER OCEAN

The 2023 FISKER OCEAN has received a total of 1,833 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 11 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC:SOFTWARE/PROGRAMMING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM), STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR. 59 technical service bulletins have been issued by Fisker Group Inc for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (376 complaints), Service Brakes (301 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (281 complaints).

Recalls for the 2023 FISKER OCEAN

NHTSA has recorded 11 recalls for the 2023 FISKER OCEAN, potentially affecting up to 83,307 vehicles.

Recall 24V623000 — SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC:SOFTWARE/PROGRAMMING

| 7,745 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

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

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.

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Recall 24V499000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM)

| 7,545 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

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

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.

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Recall 24V466000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR

| 8,204 vehicles affected

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

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

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.

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Recall 24V466000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR

| 8,204 vehicles affected

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

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

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.

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Recall 24V466000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR

| 8,204 vehicles affected

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

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

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.

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Recall 24V466000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR

| 8,204 vehicles affected

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

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

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.

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Recall 24V404000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE

| 6,864 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

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

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.

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Recall 24V404000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE

| 6,864 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

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

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.

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Recall 24V405000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

| 6,864 vehicles affected

Defect: 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...

Consequence: 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.

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.

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Recall 24V405000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

| 6,864 vehicles affected

Defect: 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...

Consequence: 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.

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.

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Recall 24V865000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; AUTOHOLD BRAKE SYSTEM/BRAKE HOLD:SOFTWARE

| 7,745 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

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

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.

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Owner Complaints for the 2023 FISKER OCEAN

1,833 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 FISKER OCEAN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Electrical System
Complaints: 376 2 Crashes 2 Fires 2 Injuries
Service Brakes
Complaints: 301 9 Crashes 1 Fire 4 Injuries
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 281 1 Fire 1 Injury
Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking
Complaints: 120 3 Crashes 1 Fire 1 Injury
Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings
Complaints: 91 5 Crashes 1 Injury
Power Train
Complaints: 90 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection
Complaints: 77
Engine
Complaints: 56 1 Injury
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 52 1 Crash 3 Injuries
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 47 1 Crash 1 Fire 2 Injuries
Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control
Complaints: 47
Structurebody
Complaints: 47 1 Crash
Lane Departure Warning
Complaints: 44
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 40
Lane Departure Assist
Complaints: 33
Seats
Complaints: 16
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 15
Service Brakes Electric
Complaints: 13
Seat Belts
Complaints: 12
Structure
Complaints: 12
Back Over Prevention Warnings
Complaints: 9 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 8
Steering
Complaints: 8 1 Crash 1 Injury
Back Over Prevention Rearview System Braking
Complaints: 7 1 Crash
Wheels
Complaints: 5 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Air Bags
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Suspension
Complaints: 4
Forward Collision Avoidance
Complaints: 2
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 2
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 2
Back Over Prevention
Complaints: 1
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemadas
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemadasparking Assistsensors
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftimmobilizerproximitykeysender
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslock
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch
Complaints: 1
Parking Brake
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Service Brakes Hydraulic Autohold Brake Systembrake Holdsoftware
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemair Handlerchamber Ducts And Valves
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11713096 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
The car is generating a random left turn signal error stating the bulb is out. However, on inspection it appears that all bulbs are working. The car makes a fast blinker warning sound as well as notification. This has been happening for a couple of months but happened again yesterday.
#11713095 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | | N/A miles
Both interior and exterior lighting keep coming on. The car is continually and significantly draining the battery from something. either the inability for the communication box to connect or from lighting coming on. My headlights and tails lights were on April 2, 2025 - Headlamps and Tail Lamps April 5, 2025 - Dash lights and rear passenger lamps September 28 - October 13 A friend was keeping my vehicle while I traveled abroad to keep it charged because the battery keeps draining. He reported that the lights came on almost daily. January 5 through January 8, 2026, Neighbor reported rear passenger overhead lighting on daily around 7:30 am.
#11713096 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | | N/A miles
The car is generating a random left turn signal error stating the bulb is out. However, on inspection it appears that all bulbs are working. The car makes a fast blinker warning sound as well as notification. This has been happening for a couple of months but happened again yesterday.
Lane Keep Assist is non-functional despite 2.3 update. Random faults on radar, blind-spot, lane-keep assist and rear-cross traffic. Adaptive Cruise Control in non-functioning despite 2.3 update. It's not just the weather or time of day. These alerts last happened on Friday, January 23, 2026, between 3:30 and 4:30 PM
I had the vehicle updated to version 2.3.3 by a technician because my car would not update OTA. I thought this update would resolve the ADAS problems as well as the breaking problems. However, on three separate occasions my vehicle has come to an abrupt stop with automatic breaking when approaching a redlight / intersection with no other vehicles in front of me. This occurred while manually applying the break and then the car just took over. There were no forward collision warnings, rather the car was automatically forced to shuttering stop. An alert appears that the brake system has malfunctioned followed by both LED screens turning off and on. The break malfunction error appears several times. Eventually, the screens will restart and then when you try to put the car into gear a gear shift error appears and the car will not go into gear leaving me stranded in traffic. On one occasion these errors appeared when the car started up in a parking lot. These events are unpredictable and not tied to any visible obstacle. The vehicle cannot reliably receive over-the-air software updates due to persistent connectivity failure as I have tried updated to SW Version 2.5. As a result, both the past federally mandated safety recall remedies could not be delivered not any future updates. I have personally paid out of pocket for recall-related repairs and have not been reimbursed. I have not been contacted regarding replacement of recalled exterior door handles. Break and/or shift errors have occurred on May 28, 2025, Sept 3, 2025, Dec 3, 2055, Jan 9, 15, and 21 2026.

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Safety Rating for the 2023 FISKER OCEAN

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2023 FISKER OCEAN in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2023 FISKER OCEAN

Fisker Group Inc has issued 59 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2023 FISKER OCEAN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

FM29-MAR24-01 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Email to customers regarding OTA software version 2.0.

FM29-MAR24-01 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Email to customers regarding OTA software version 2.0.

FM29-MAR24-01 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Email to customers regarding OTA software version 2.0.

FM29-MAR24-01 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Email to customers regarding OTA software version 2.0.

FM29-MAR24-01 — VISIBILITY

Email to customers regarding OTA software version 2.0.

FM29-MAR24-01 — POWER TRAIN

Email to customers regarding OTA software version 2.0.

FM29-MAR24-02 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Email to customers regarding OTA software version 2.0.

FM29-MAR24-02 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Email to customers regarding OTA software version 2.0.

FM29-MAR24-02 — POWER TRAIN

Email to customers regarding OTA software version 2.0.

FM29-MAR24-02 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Email to customers regarding OTA software version 2.0.

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2023 FISKER OCEAN

NHTSA has opened 4 investigations into potential safety defects in the 2023 FISKER OCEAN.

Investigation PE24013 — FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Closed

Opened:

Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking

Investigation PE24010 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH Closed

Opened:

Failure to open door

Investigation PE24005 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Closed

Opened:

Unintended vehicle movement

Investigation PE24001 — SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC:SOFTWARE/PROGRAMMING Closed

Opened:

Loss of braking performance

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