Ecotuned Technologies E85 MK3: Electrical System recall

What's wrong

Les Technologies Ecotuned Inc. is recalling certain 2018-2023 E85 MK3 EV conversion systems, with part number H211-209-V02-R00. The charging harness may have a defective spliced connection in the AC power line.

Why it matters

A defective connection in the charging harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Micro Bird dealers will install a flame-retardant shield around the AC charging harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2023. Owners may contact Les Technologies Ecotuned Inc. customer service at 1-805-706-0618.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. Please be reminded of the following requirements:You are required to submit a draft owner notification letter to this office no less than five days prior to mailing it to the customers.Also, copies of all notices, bulletins, dealer notifications, and other communications that relate to this recall, including a copy of the final owner notification letter and any subsequent owner follow-up notification letter(s), are required to be submitted to this office no later than 5 days after they are originally sent (if they are sent to more than one manufacturer, distributor, dealer, or purchaser/owner).Please be reminded that under 49 U.S.