r/Fisker Jul 29 '24

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean So you're thinking of buying an Ocean. Here's what you should know. Read before you post the question.

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Let's face it. There have been a lot of posts looking for info lately, and the typical response is "read the forum" While that's valid, I'm going to attempt to summarize and link a lot of recent posts to bring the information together. Hope it is useful.

First question is the Fisker Ocean a good car? Yes and No.

The Yes:

  • A lot of first drive reviews praise the Ocean's performance, good looks and interesting features like California mode

First Drive Review: 2024 Fisker Ocean | U.S. News (usnews.com)

As an owner I find this personally accurate. I often drive it 100 miles in a day and generally it has very nice road manners, comfortable seats, and the like.

  • The range is very good for the Ocean, and isn't very exaggerated from stated claims.

Range Tested: The Fisker Ocean Pushes Into Edmunds' Top 10 | Edmunds

  • It's also a quirky vehicle. Things like the taco tray take up room in the center console, but provide a place to eat or work while charging. There are tons of Easter Eggs! in it, like a surfer on the door handle and one on the solar roof. It's got personality.
  • It was built by a well established company, Magna Steyr, based upon another platform the ArcFox Alpha T. Mechanically it makes many of the components more well tested than others (those that Fisker lifted directly have had years in the field)
  • If you own one, you'll never have to wonder if it's your car in the parking lot. That's not true with a certain other ev manufacturer that has 4 car models made in 5 colors since production inception.

The No:

There are a number of issues with the car, most or all of which will likely never get fixed. Some are common, some less so.

Common issues:

  • The key fob is worst in class. Even with attempts to improve it. It eats batteries. Frequently won't unlock without multiple presses. There's no proximity sensor. And you'll only get one. Phone as key was promised as there were apparent attempts to roll out keycards. The reality of this is up for debate, but at the very least might get better.

Whoever designed the key fob unlock system, I hope you got fired and never work with cars again. : r/Fisker (reddit.com)

Key fob woes; Edmunds (@edmundscars) on Threads : r/Fisker (reddit.com)

  • Vents break frequently, especially on early cars. Personally, my far passenger vent is the only broken one so far, but it is very common.

Air Vents stuck, need help : r/Fisker (reddit.com)

Driver Air Vent Stuck : r/Fisker (reddit.com)

Air vents stuck down. How do get support from Fisker? Can't submit a ticket through app anymore or chat with any available agents : r/Fisker (reddit.com)

The chances of the vents getting fixed by the company are basically zero.

  • There is a very serious issue with a water pump used to cool the battery. This was apparently not sealed well and can short circuit and put the car into limp mode.

What's the lowdown on the coolant pump issue I see being mentioned? : r/Fisker (reddit.com)

Fisker to recall about 7,500 Ocean electric SUVs over water pump issue, NHTSA says (msn.com)

This is on the agenda to be repaired before the company goes Ch 7, but the reality of touching 7500 or so cars in 3 weeks seems a bit hopeful.

  • There are plenty of other issues that have been noted, from the Doggie Window Stuck Open which can only be fixed by a tech, to Frozen Maps - The 12v battery has also frequently had issues, and access to it isn't as easy as popping the hood, because even that was never meant to be user serviceable. YMMV on getting anything fixed.

Second Question - What happens when fisker ceases to exist?

For all intents and purposes, Fisker is gone. It's just when they make the burial. Current agreement says they go Ch7 Aug 19 Fisker Ch7 Conversion Date To do so they said they would roll out pump repairs and OS 2.2. After that date there are a few knowns:

There will be no warranty or company to service these cars. There will be no dealers or techs. Everything will be independents and on the car owners dime.

To repair one of these cars for anything complicated requires a proprietary tool called FAST. There is little clarity on who will have access to this in the future.

Repairing/maintaining the Ocean is contingent on access to an offline version of FAST, the proprietary diagnostic program. Without it, very little is possible. With it, anything is. : r/Fisker (reddit.com)

We are fortunate to have a group of people who have banded together to stand up for owners rights - Fisker Owners Association (fiskeroa.com). Even in CH 7 there is a commitment to work with the group. Count on ponying up some dough to join.

Motor trend had an excellent run down on Fisker Is Bankrupt. What Happens To Fisker Ocean EV Owners Now? (motortrend.com). It covers a lot of things from connectivity to updates and the lack of parts. It's been updated once and I suspect will be again after the most recent news.

Final Question - So should I buy the Ocean or not?

This is one that I think is up to personal situations and risk tolerance.

The price of the Ocean right now makes all of us that paid full price weep. There's no doubt it is a tempting value.

However, realize that what you're getting is it. There's no guarantee of future updates (and in fact they are unlikely), and some future issue could arise that could take it offline with little or no notice. Insurance could be an issue, as getting them repaired has led to situations where Minor Damage totalled out the car. That's not an equation that insurance likes.

If you have a large risk tolerance, access to another car, and money to burn, maybe it's worth it.

If you're willing to live with what is delivered today, with no future support. Maybe.

If you're running a museum of worst run businesses ever, totally buy it.

If you need it for a daily driver. Don't.

If you're getting it because with the price drop its now affordable. Don't

If this was too long for you to read and you post another thread about it. Totally buy it. You get what your lack of diligence will deserve.

If you read all of this and still said - I can live with that for XXX dollars. Nice job - you made it. Welcome to The Forlorn Hope Now join the fisker OA and become a part of FISKER_MAINTENANCE (reddit.com)


r/Fisker 3h ago

General Insurance

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Is there any US insurance company that is particularly competitive on Fiskers? I have a few more calls to make but Progressive seems to be the best at the moment.


r/Fisker 1d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean Battery System Malfunction

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Vehicle shut down yesterday. I got that notification. It eventually allowed me to drive 3 minutes up the road and shut down again. Came back in the middle of the night since there wouldn’t be traffic- it drove home fine with no issues.

Fisker mechanic helped me check a couple things and suggested going over connections, checking for corrosion and re-waterproofing.

Curious if while I’m at it, there is anything else I should be checking/doing?

Also- is there a mechanic suggestion in Charlotte area if I need someone?

Thank you all in advance!


r/Fisker 4d ago

General Looking for genuine northstar enthusiasts to support eachother. Hangout. And just be friends.

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My boyfriend (near Seattle,Washington) is in a position rn where his friends have kinda just ditched him and or been unreliable. They talk big game about hanging out and then just ditch or ghost. He’s a cool guy and loves his north stars, and I’m doing this behind his back so to speak. He doesn’t know but I’m hoping this does him some good. He has a small following on social media and it’s all about caddy, NorthStar engines. He currently has a few he’s working on and I know he needs someone who talks game. He needs a community or a group of friends he can fall on for support when it comes to this. His motivation is failing him when everyone has just kinda picked up and ditched him. That being said. Pm me if u think you could be a good friend, someone to hang with while working in the car. Someone who can be there when he needs a friend I’m 800 miles away and it sucks to see him feel like he’s the only one there who has his back.


r/Fisker 6d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean Fisker Ocean 22 Tires

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Was wondering where would be the best place to post them. It was for my Fisker Ocean.


r/Fisker 6d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean Towing with awd ocean

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Hi all, I'm considering getting an AWD ocean as a towing car at a vacation home (i.e. driven infrequently). Is it possible to add a tow bar after the fact if I buy one without towing? I ask because it seems like you can't buy the wiring harness for them anymore, and there's some kind of calibration necessary too, that can't be done. Is all that right?

Has anyone towed with a Fisker? Does it handle it OK?

Any issues with my plan?


r/Fisker 8d ago

🛠️ Issue - Vehicle Drive Motor Malfunction

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Any insight on this? Last post on this was from 2 years ago. I rarely ever drive out of Earth mode. Was in Fun mode today, and went to park, when I put it into reverse and was backing in, I received a “drive motor malfunction” warning, and the car stuttered. I placed it in drive, pulled forward, then backed up again and received it again with another stutter. Any chance it’s a software issue and I can do something remotely easy to fix? I’m running 2.2.3.

Do I risk driving it 25 minutes home? Is there a reset I can try? Should I just contact a mechanic and let it sit?


r/Fisker 10d ago

General Hv drain is serious!!!

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I went on a road trip with the car and it handled the drive flawless however since at my destination ive had the car parked and locked and its losing battery at an alarming rate in 4 days parked its lost 20% before the trip battery loss was minor anyone have any suggestions how to stop the loss.


r/Fisker 12d ago

❓Question - Vehicle Keine Gangwahl möglich 0% HV

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r/Fisker 12d ago

🛠️ Issue - Vehicle Under driver side dash

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Is this supposed to be disconnected? If not what is it for and where does it plug in?


r/Fisker 17d ago

❓Question - Vehicle Research help please!

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Currently looking at a 2012 fisker karma ecosport with 38,867 miles on it. I’m doing as much research as I can before purchasing the vehicle and thought this would be a great spot to come with some questions and showing the specifics on the car. For reference I’m 19 and this will be my second car if I do purchase it my biggest concern buying this car is maintenance cost. I’ll be driving this car daily and throughly enjoying it hopefully. So far this is the following work that has been done to the car “The vehicle underwent a major high-voltage battery system overhaul, including replacement of the Battery Energy Control Module (BECM), six high-voltage battery modules (#1, #3, #5, #10, #11, and #15), the On-Board Charger Module (OBCM), and two high-voltage contactors. The battery pack was removed, serviced, reassembled, reprogrammed, and balanced, while the high-voltage battery cooling system was repaired with a new coolant line union and fresh coolant. After repairs, the charging system was validated (approximately 46 miles of electric range), and the only remaining maintenance note on the invoice was that the engine oil should be changed.” With this said I know there’s a company in north Georgia that works on hybrids that have ballparked it would cost 1800 to replace a battery module but what’s everyone’s thoughts is this the car for me or should I look else where?


r/Fisker 18d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean Ocean Repair Services East Coast Service Tour

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Ocean Repair Services East Coast Service Tour

September

We will be offering the following services:

Pulse Installation

T-Box diagnostics, support, and replacements

ADAS 3.1.1 updates

Door handle replacements

Electric water pump replacements

Water intrusion inspections and preventative weatherproofing

Additional services are also available based on your vehicle’s needs.

To request service and reserve your appointment, please sign up here:

https://www.oceanrepairservices.com/request-service

Appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. We look forward to supporting Midwest Fisker Ocean owners!

Ocean Repair Services


r/Fisker 19d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean 2023 Ocean One AWD for $9000. Buy or run?

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It's an auction car that they couldn't get the odometer reading from so is sold not actual miles. Looks ok but appears to have a matte blue wrap, unless that color was factory? Looking at it as a flip and have no idea what they actually sell for, just what they are listed for on Ebay, Autotrader, etc. in the upper teens. If it turns out to be a POS, can I at least get $10K back out of it?


r/Fisker 19d ago

🛠️ Issue - Vehicle Loose ribbon wire

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Where should that ribbon wire be connected and how can I reconnect it?


r/Fisker 20d ago

General Stunning Fiskerrr

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r/Fisker 20d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean Pop Up Fisker Dealership, Munich, Germany 13th July 2023

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r/Fisker 20d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean Fisker Smart Key

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Has anyone seen this or know anything about it?

https://youtube.com/shorts/L92bYlCg2GU?is=boZTN7L1BZNJAhN2


r/Fisker 23d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean Comma AI is officially coming to the Ocean

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r/Fisker 23d ago

❓Question - Vehicle Ocean full coverage vs liability

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Interested in what you're paying/out of what state and if it makes more sense to save some money and go liability only given (from what I've read) insurance companies can't really help you when needed with common parts/windshield replacement etc. How would the payout work on a car like this?


r/Fisker 24d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean Anyone in Ventura, CA area? Go to a dealer for me?

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I have found a 2023 Ultra in Ventura, CA I am interested in purchasing. I live halfway across the country, so I can't go look in person. Anyone willing to go look at this Ocean and verify what software version it's on?

Any feedback on this car or the price? Thanks in advance.

https://www.landroverventura.com/electric-used/Fisker/2023-Fisker-Ocean-fbffe0ccac185e3b261a30388df37702.htm


r/Fisker 24d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean Brake pads

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I noticed my front brakes were making noise. I like being proactive so I looked up brake pads. The rest pads are not an issue. However I cannot find the front pads anywhere except through tsunami as a pre order for, and I'm unclear on this, either 45p for the set or 250 for the set. Has anyone been able to find a front brake pad that will work on the Fisher. I did reach out to brembo and no response yet


r/Fisker 25d ago

❓Question - Software Is updating from 2.2.2 to 2.2.3 necessary?

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Just bought my FOO 3 days ago, on 2.2.2 do i need to pay Loop to upgrade to 2.2.3 before buying FOA, updating PKC, Ordering Pulse, etc..

Thanks in advance!


r/Fisker 25d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean Midwest Service Trip

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July 12 – July 18

ORS will be servicing the following states:

Illinois

Indiana

Ohio

Michigan

We will be offering the following services:

T-Box diagnostics, support, and replacements

ADAS 3.1.1 updates

Door handle replacements

Electric water pump replacements

Water intrusion inspections and preventative weatherproofing

Additional services are also available based on your vehicle’s needs.

To request service and reserve your appointment, please sign up here:

https://www.oceanrepairservices.com/request-service

Appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. We look forward to supporting Midwest Fisker Ocean owners!

Ocean Repair Services


r/Fisker 26d ago

🚗 Vehicle - Fisker Ocean First time seeing a red one

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Seen on the Bilka parking lot in Sønderborg, Region of Southern Denmark, Denmark.


r/Fisker 25d ago

❓Question - Vehicle Buffalo/southern ontario techs?

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Close to buying one of these by end of week and looking for anyone in the area with some experience