2010 Wheego Whip LSV recalls and problems

The 2010 Wheego Whip LSV has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Wheego dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2010 Wheego Whip LSV vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2010 Wheego Whip LSV recalls

Recall 10V-320: Exterior Lighting

Reported Jul 9, 2010 · 308 vehicles affected · WHEEGO ELECTRIC CARS, INC.

Problem: Wheego is recalling certain model year 2010 wheego whip lsv low-speed vehicles manufactured from january 1 through july 31, 2009. The reflex reflectors on the side and the rear of the vehicle may not have sufficient reflective quality and therefore fail to meet the minimum requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 500, "low-speed vehicles."

Risk: Insufficient exterior reflective light could result in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Wheego will send instructions and 4 compliant reflex reflectors to all dealers and owners free of charge for adhesion to the affected vehicles. The safety recall began on july 21, 2010. Owners may contact wheego at 1-678-904-4795.

2010 Wheego Whip LSV problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Engine	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2010 Wheego Whip LSV complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 1,000 miles · reported Mar 5, 2015

Cincinnati oh, on january 21, 2015, the same day as an overpass collapse that paralyzed the city and necessitated the full deployment of all available police personnel to direct traffic, my 2010 wheego whip lsv vehicle registered a code 73 and suffered an immediate and total loss of engine function while traveling at the speed of traffic. A cincinnati police detective who happened to be present at the scene pushed the car into a lot. The detective needed help from two passerbys to move the vehicle due to excessive resistance. The computer malfunction hard- engaged the regenerative brakes.…

Other Wheego Whip LSV years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Wheego Whip LSV have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2010 Wheego Whip LSV: 10V-320 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2010 Wheego Whip LSV?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (1 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1,000 miles.

Are Wheego recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Wheego dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.