The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 380 of 885 complaints (43%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Brakes include more crash reports (9) than those mentioning any other identified area.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 885
- Recall campaigns
- 6
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $850
- Combined MPG
- 92
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2023 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 850 | 800–950 | |
| Combined MPGe | 92 | 79–92 | |
| City / Highway MPGe | 99 / 84 | 82–104 / 75–81 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 0 | 0 | |
| Complaints filed | 885 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 4 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 12 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 7 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Fisker Ocean have?
6 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Fisker Ocean?
Electrical: 380 of 885 NHTSA complaints (43%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Fisker Ocean get?
EPA rates it 92 MPGe combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Fisker Ocean?
EPA estimates $850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 99 MPGe | 84 MPGe | 92 MPGe | $850 | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 57 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 91 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 380 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Brakes | 323 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 9 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 322 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 80 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 63 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Other | 283 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (6)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; AUTOHOLD BRAKE SYSTEM/BRAKE HOLD:SOFTWARE
- 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.
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC:SOFTWARE/PROGRAMMING
- 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM)
- 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.
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR
- 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
- 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- 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 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.
- 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.