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2012 FISKER KARMA Safety Overview

The 2012 FISKER KARMA has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
  • Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
  • Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FISKER KARMA owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 FISKER KARMA 19V181000

Karma Automotive (Karma) is recalling certain 2012 Fisker Karma vehicles ever registered in the s...

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 19V181000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/6/2019
2012 FISKER KARMA 17V004000

Karma Automotive LLC (Karma) is recalling certain 2012 Fisker Karma vehicles originally sold, or ...

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 17V004000: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/6/2017
2012 FISKER KARMA 12V413000

Fisker Automotive (Fisker) is recalling certain model year 2012 Fisker Karma passenger cars manuf...

A direct short may ignite the fan housing, shroud and surrounding components, causing a vehicle fire.

NHTSA Recall 12V413000: A direct short may ignite the fan housing, shroud and surrounding... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/22/2012
2012 FISKER KARMA 12V241000

FISKER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 FISKER KARMA PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMB...

IF COOLANT ENTERS THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT, AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

NHTSA Recall 12V241000: IF COOLANT ENTERS THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT, AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/30/2012
2012 FISKER KARMA 11V598000

FISKER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 FISKER KARMA PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 1,...

IF COOLANT ENTERS THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT, AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

NHTSA Recall 11V598000: IF COOLANT ENTERS THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT, AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/27/2011

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.