Our Cheap Fisker Karma Already Broke... Needs New BATTERY PACK?

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  • Опубліковано 16 чер 2024
  • Well, that was quick, our cheap Fisker Karma already has some issues with a check engine light. We bought this rare exotic hybrid dirt cheap at salvage auction, so it was by far the cheapest in the USA. Only $16,200 for a car that was once over $100,000. Looks like the codes are showing it needs a new hybrid battery pack?? That sounds expensive, can we fix it? It's 1 of 2,500 made, so this is definitely one of the craziest sedans money can buy, we tons of funny reactions while driving.
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  • @JRGarage
    @JRGarage  3 роки тому +157

    Looks like we got some bad Karma😬

    • @ZayedGR
      @ZayedGR 3 роки тому +8

      completely remove that junk 4 cylinder and the hybrid system.... LS SWAP IT

    • @ArjunShubrah
      @ArjunShubrah 3 роки тому

      lol, good one

    • @The-Dutchman
      @The-Dutchman 3 роки тому +3

      Hahaha But for us good content Karma 🤪

    • @joeofawe7164
      @joeofawe7164 3 роки тому +6

      make a custom facelift for it w the karma revero

    • @josiahf4235
      @josiahf4235 3 роки тому

      Is it individual batteries cells like a tesla? Fisker and Tesla worked together at one point, so maybe they both have individual batteries cells that can be replaced???

  • @spencethomassegura2691
    @spencethomassegura2691 3 роки тому +162

    Could it be related to the broken cells on the roof? Maybe that's what it's saying to replace.

    • @hacatan24
      @hacatan24 3 роки тому +9

      I was actually thinking about that... Maybe it's not working so it's just throwing out that code..

    • @FernandoTRA
      @FernandoTRA 3 роки тому +3

      On the roof is a PV module, not a hybrid battery pack. Two different things.

  • @jerome2844
    @jerome2844 3 роки тому +76

    That engine code might be related to the issue with your roof

  • @sumrandumguy7177
    @sumrandumguy7177 3 роки тому +27

    Definitely one of the nicest looking bad cars ever to be made

  • @thekingsservant1104
    @thekingsservant1104 3 роки тому +43

    I'm in the do a v8 or v10 swap camp because honestly.....THAT IS A SEXY LOOKING CAR!

  • @travman2863
    @travman2863 3 роки тому +14

    I'm kind of excited to find out how cheaply you can fix the Fisker

  • @AsixA6
    @AsixA6 3 роки тому +24

    Maybe that's why the original battery was replaced the first time. It's throwing a false code.

  • @jayb8439
    @jayb8439 3 роки тому +34

    It's the damaged roof , the panel needs replacing best of luck doing that

    • @FernandoTRA
      @FernandoTRA 3 роки тому +1

      Roof panel is not the hybrid battery pack.

  • @filipwennergren2712
    @filipwennergren2712 3 роки тому +2

    Same designer who did the BMW Z8! Great designer i think. Don’t give up on this one!

  • @yadhavsingh9679
    @yadhavsingh9679 3 роки тому +10

    I used to have one, it caught on fire

  • @fisherh9111
    @fisherh9111 3 роки тому +13

    Maybe it’s a code from when they replaced the battery last time? Might not have synced it fully when they installed it.

  • @leonhinterobermaier3007
    @leonhinterobermaier3007 3 роки тому +39

    Beautiful car!! Skip that hybrid trash ... hood is long enough for a V8 or V10 ... maybe Hellcat-power.

  • @hansuhlig8565
    @hansuhlig8565 3 роки тому +3

    There is a black plug on top of the front right wheel under the hood. Disconnect and wait for 1 minute then reconnect. It will reboot the whole system and should take care of it.

  • @rjnromijn
    @rjnromijn 3 роки тому +20

    Karma LLC will probably still service fiskers at their factory if you ask them nicely they are located in moreno valley Ca. I've been here and they are really nice. they will also give you a goodie bag!!!!!!

  • @charly428
    @charly428 3 роки тому +9

    I think it would be cool to make a comparison between the Fisker Karma and the Karma Revero and tell/see the differences

  • @TechBrosGaming
    @TechBrosGaming 3 роки тому +3

    I always loved the fisker karma such a beautiful car reliability always was a question but definitely needs to be one of the cars in my fleet

  • @angelfigueroa6214
    @angelfigueroa6214 3 роки тому +1

    You guys have dealt with worst issues that became ez fixes, I’m sure the karma will be the same. I think this car is very cool, love the alien ship sound. I’d love to drop off and pick up my kids in this car

  • @CarlosPerez-mp2rk
    @CarlosPerez-mp2rk 3 роки тому +2

    It’s the solar panels I’m telling you hope you can replace it and don’t get rid of it it’s such an unique car

  • @torresalxndr
    @torresalxndr 3 роки тому +1

    Such an awesome car that Fisker went belly up. I wish you guys luck. It is pretty I will give it that, it looks unique, too bad that performance and features didn't match the look. Nice video fellas

  • @The-Dutchman
    @The-Dutchman 3 роки тому +30

    Is called Karma for a reason 🤣

    • @JRGarage
      @JRGarage  3 роки тому +11

      exactly hahaha

    • @The-Dutchman
      @The-Dutchman 3 роки тому +1

      @@JRGarage but the content is spot on! I love it 👌.
      Keep up the good work and stay save!
      Greetings from the netherlands 👋

  • @koloasurf2012
    @koloasurf2012 3 роки тому +2

    Its probably your coupler, which happen when the engine light is on but you an still run it on the battery. Heres a test try using the engine and if it doesn't come on its your coupler. Do a reset and wait 5 minutes

  • @bladeobrown
    @bladeobrown 3 роки тому +5

    could a coat of clear epoxy cover the solar panel and prevent it from further deterioration and negate the need for replacing it?

  • @glennshoemake4200
    @glennshoemake4200 3 роки тому +1

    I would love to see more videos of the Fisker Karma, please make them.

  • @UberAdventure
    @UberAdventure 3 роки тому +2

    It's an amazing looking car even if it's not the most reliable 🤙

  • @just_joel2602
    @just_joel2602 3 роки тому +2

    Not gonna lie you guy's have got so lucky with the cars so I wouldn't be surprised if you did one more time.

  • @idreesbarikzai
    @idreesbarikzai 3 роки тому +4

    This car was sold at spokane Copart auction.

  • @TheHomeExpert5
    @TheHomeExpert5 2 місяці тому +1

    The Fisker is gorgeous it looks better than a four-door Corvette would.

  • @ingresswizard9044
    @ingresswizard9044 3 роки тому +1

    You can't clear the Battery ECM code without the Fisker scan tool. YOu can try unplugging the battery and doing a hard reset on the car but more then likely you have a dropped cell. Did you recently run the battery down to near zero charge? If so that probably did it. You should never let the battery go below 20%. Ty to keep it between 20%-80% charge. You can just replace the bad cell but like I said you need the special scan tool to find out which on to replace.

  • @heathwagner6351
    @heathwagner6351 3 роки тому

    It is a cool looking car. Hopefully you found out the problem wasn't too expensive to repair. For $16,000 one cant blame you for taking the chance on buying it.

  • @shaunegermain
    @shaunegermain 3 роки тому +1

    When searching for engine parts or doing a tuneup, use the 2012 Chevy Cobalt SS as it is the exact same engine

  • @MasterProductionsTX
    @MasterProductionsTX 3 роки тому +2

    That’s funny I just saw one on offer up for 40k

  • @dlp2600
    @dlp2600 3 роки тому

    Add larger turbo & straight pipe it. Aftermarket wheels with these body lines this car would break necks. It's a nice car, nobody has one modified that I've seen. Make it happen!!

  • @yazanbaddawi9683
    @yazanbaddawi9683 3 роки тому +34

    Would be interesting to see if it's possible to LS swap it.

    • @jpalhares25palhares36
      @jpalhares25palhares36 3 роки тому +2

      Our a Tesla engine swap 😂

    • @yazanbaddawi9683
      @yazanbaddawi9683 3 роки тому +2

      @@jpalhares25palhares36 Eco boost?

    • @jpalhares25palhares36
      @jpalhares25palhares36 3 роки тому +1

      @@yazanbaddawi9683 sure why not?😂

    • @SuperLuckyCat7
      @SuperLuckyCat7 3 роки тому +3

      LS or maybe a Honda Vtec swap. And Tesla motors'n battery pack. The re-wiring will cause a headache, but the end result would be aaa-mazing 🏁🏎️ 👍

  • @nickviner1225
    @nickviner1225 3 роки тому

    Magnificent looking car. I hope you can clear the faults cheaply. Regards from Australia.

  • @omarmustafa7290
    @omarmustafa7290 2 роки тому +2

    what did you end up doing with the battery? could you replace single cell units?

  • @HemiMike
    @HemiMike 3 роки тому +1

    perhaps the code is all about the damage recharging roof?

  • @chadriddle3517
    @chadriddle3517 3 роки тому

    Dang it’s already been an hour sorry I missed my chance to get a jr garage like lol thanks for all the cool content guys

  • @danielcipriano8411
    @danielcipriano8411 3 роки тому +7

    That’s a job for rich rebuilds!

  • @candjnutrition2752
    @candjnutrition2752 3 роки тому +1

    you can buy a adapter to charge at tesla chargers but not the super chargers.

  • @louishendriks8054
    @louishendriks8054 3 роки тому +4

    Great purchase. It’s probably the best designed car in the world. I follow you guys on your journey with this Fisker Karma. I have one. And it has had its fair share of expensive replacements. And I have one of the latest manufactured. The future I see picking up a 100kwh to 120 kWh battery pack as replacement. So much development around the globe on this topic. So something pops up for sure. I’d like to throw out the engine and place batteries there too. However that may mess up the system too much. Plus replace rear camera and add a front camera and sensor. Plus a much better touch screen. Then most problems will be solved. And it will remain the most beautiful first luxury EV in the world for decades to come. Keep it up...👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @CbTrainingTS
    @CbTrainingTS 3 роки тому +6

    2:07 Has anybody else watched Dexter? Is it just me or Jeffreys brother looks like the younger version of the Ice Truck Killer...

  • @ccarz1
    @ccarz1 3 роки тому

    No, also your property in Montana is so awsome.

  • @eishrash
    @eishrash 3 роки тому

    Feels like the engine just made noise when floored but did not take off

  • @titleistprov69
    @titleistprov69 3 роки тому

    Fisker actually just went public and announced the Ocean. Same roof. Production in 2021

  • @Nickjc2012
    @Nickjc2012 3 роки тому +14

    Don't charge it to full, might even recommend you park it somewhere else as well until you get that code sorted out.
    Wouldn't want to risk it burning down your warehouse. Can't imagine what y'alls insurance premiums are currently. Let alone what it would increase to if you have a warehouse burn down causing millions in damage.
    Best of luck! Hopefully a simple fix 👍👍

  • @liveeverydaylikefriday
    @liveeverydaylikefriday 3 роки тому +2

    I think the Fisker might be the Edsel of Electric cars. LOL

  • @winstonwong3326
    @winstonwong3326 3 роки тому +12

    Is there any cleaner which will take the “elbow” stain from the center console out? It’s really obvious.

    • @12pagani
      @12pagani Місяць тому

      Yes mr clean magic eraser is amazing

  • @redihoxha2940
    @redihoxha2940 2 роки тому

    What obd2 scanner model do you suggest for 2022, simple one and practical

  • @n84434
    @n84434 3 роки тому +5

    It’s basically a Chevy Volt in disguise

    • @hacatan24
      @hacatan24 3 роки тому +3

      I think it's a Chevy Cobalt SS motor

  • @tiagoshade
    @tiagoshade 3 роки тому

    Hahaha I imagined you guys would have some surprise... I live near the karma office in Irvine! I’ll go there personally like a little kid deliver my letter asking them to partnering with you guys!!! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

  • @codycrawford2385
    @codycrawford2385 3 роки тому +4

    I was like I see a lot of GM parts, come to find out it’s a parts bin special

  • @hacatan24
    @hacatan24 3 роки тому +1

    It's probably your solar panel that's giving out that code... I wonder if you can just disconnect it..

  • @matthewmacaulay9773
    @matthewmacaulay9773 3 роки тому +1

    5:22 You can see the pure dread in Christian's eyes...

  • @chaysebaker8940
    @chaysebaker8940 7 місяців тому

    I pray you get this. I believe you live in arizona. I have a karma fisker but can't find ANYONE to work on it. Please help with advice

  • @utseytrevor5548
    @utseytrevor5548 3 роки тому +2

    Thought you all said it’s still under warranty?” Battery” from last owners?

  • @f.o.e.garage9336
    @f.o.e.garage9336 3 роки тому

    Pull the engine and battery pack and solar panels, DO A SWAP.. Put a 1UZFE and carbon fiber hood! It would be sooo sick and a 1 of a kind karma as well

  • @mbenjamin292
    @mbenjamin292 2 роки тому

    Wow $16,000 oh my Lord this is beautiful.

  • @h8ONwpc
    @h8ONwpc 3 роки тому +13

    its was broken when you bought it smh

  • @bodyemcal
    @bodyemcal 3 роки тому +1

    The new karma revero is awesome

  • @kyliandc9276
    @kyliandc9276 3 роки тому +1

    If it was parked a long time in the Copart lot maybe it needs a few cycles for the battery to regen a little bit

    • @JRGarage
      @JRGarage  3 роки тому

      That would definitely help. It drives perfectly!

    • @hdj81Vlimited
      @hdj81Vlimited Рік тому

      @@JRGarage did you fix the batt prob?

  • @davidandclara2762
    @davidandclara2762 3 роки тому +1

    I think whoever sold it to you was just trying to dump it. Don't blame them.

  • @sphillips8362
    @sphillips8362 3 роки тому +15

    Do a straight pipe and see if that clears battery code

  • @MotherVaI
    @MotherVaI 3 роки тому +1

    Serious question, what if you swapped the battery with a Tesla battery to make it a little more reliable

  • @doitchico
    @doitchico 3 роки тому +1

    Try to call Fisker and ask em the price of the brand new battery pack

  • @MoonLight-ft1so
    @MoonLight-ft1so 2 роки тому

    Let us updated about this Fiskar bud! 🖤

  • @EddieV19
    @EddieV19 3 роки тому

    Fisker Karma is a pretty good looking car.

  • @josepagola3358
    @josepagola3358 3 роки тому

    So the 575 is going to be ready before the black 458?

  • @republicofu.s9642
    @republicofu.s9642 2 роки тому +1

    Did you finally fix the issue? What was it and how much did it cost

  • @Geotpf
    @Geotpf 3 роки тому +1

    I'm sure putting 87 octane gas in a car meant for 91 won't improve things. :-P

  • @tiborkiss9186
    @tiborkiss9186 3 роки тому

    check the 12v battery - a depleated 12v battery that can cause seriously weird malfunctions and codes on any electric car as the boot-up cycle gets interrupted. It is unlikely that there is a battery degradation issue as it would not appear as a fault. Inside the battery pack there are only a few things: the actual batteries - they most lilikely fine. A precharge resistor - if that was burned out, the car would not start in electric mode for sure. The contactors - the same, the car would not start if they were bad. It must be something with jump-starting the car. You probably need to do some hard reset on the hybrid drivetrain module or on the dc-to-dc converter.

    • @szalailaszlo4907
      @szalailaszlo4907 2 роки тому

      Hello Tibi, adnal egy elerhetoseget, ahol kereshetlek Karma ugyeben?

  • @Ready72000
    @Ready72000 3 роки тому +2

    There are related discussions on this same issue at fiskerbuzz.com, from 2015.

  • @Jurica_Ruic
    @Jurica_Ruic 3 роки тому

    Great looking car, design and i stop there.
    It has electrical issues. If you try to switch on the head lights, you don't get them on the car itself, but on the neighboring building.
    Karma name is there for a reason...

  • @craigcampbell1843
    @craigcampbell1843 3 роки тому

    If you want a REAL scooter (sit down) that’s electric you should check out Niu (pronounced new). I have the Ngt and I love it! Goes 50mph. Fairly inexpensive and tons of fun. I get looks and waves and questions everywhere I go. More so than any other vehicle I’ve owned. Also you can charge from the wall or remove the batteries and take them inside to charge. If you take them inside and charge while you’re at work you never have to pay a dime to drive. It has an app that it pairs to. You can run diagnostics checks, see your charge levels, past rides and even track its location if it’s stolen, all from your phone. I think they look pretty cool too.

  • @wheeldealer
    @wheeldealer 3 роки тому

    A new carbeque, nice!

  • @jaybaezjimenez3447
    @jaybaezjimenez3447 3 роки тому

    I wanna see full garage

  • @JLM0798
    @JLM0798 3 роки тому +24

    Ls or 2jz Swap it 😂

  • @robj2704
    @robj2704 3 роки тому

    My Honda Insight has a faint sound like an orchestra.

  • @SuperBigMike75
    @SuperBigMike75 3 роки тому +3

    This smells like insurance fraud. Weird that roof exploded at the same time as all these problems accorded;)

  • @borisgaming4473
    @borisgaming4473 3 роки тому

    Cant wait to have one.

  • @asifniaziroughcityny
    @asifniaziroughcityny 3 роки тому +1

    I would put a Camry hybrid system in this ..it's the most beautiful car .way beautiful than tesla .

  • @EddieV19
    @EddieV19 3 роки тому

    I hope to meet you guys some time. Will love to make a youtube video with you guys.

  • @user-kc2ul2rh8b
    @user-kc2ul2rh8b 3 роки тому

    @JR Garage where in Az?

  • @EddieV19
    @EddieV19 3 роки тому

    What engine is in the Fisker Karma ?

  • @reggie7269
    @reggie7269 3 роки тому

    You should wrap it black

  • @itsanimeforyou2057
    @itsanimeforyou2057 3 роки тому

    Fisker ocean gonna be great

  • @retrobear9367
    @retrobear9367 3 роки тому +1

    Man I hope you don't have some deep pocket repairs. Sending that c5 my way might help bring some good luck though :-P

  • @markchip1
    @markchip1 3 роки тому +9

    Just swap the powertrain to an Aston 6.0L V12!!

  • @aleksgames9696
    @aleksgames9696 3 роки тому

    I had a check engine light in my car for a while before

  • @DocMackGarage
    @DocMackGarage 3 роки тому +1

    Why don't you guys try unplugging the battery and leaving it out for 24 hours , then plug it back in ? Your idling may go fuzzy though. This may fix it if it is throwing false positives.

  • @3thang0tkeys44
    @3thang0tkeys44 3 роки тому

    U should see the stradman in UTA

  • @richieduck67
    @richieduck67 3 роки тому +22

    Reach out to Rich rebuilds

  • @mbfishing3807
    @mbfishing3807 3 роки тому

    I already knew this was going to happen when they bought super cheap karma

  • @MatthewPOlans
    @MatthewPOlans 3 роки тому

    Did Turboant give you a JR Garage coupon code?....:)

  • @heliolps2
    @heliolps2 3 роки тому +1

    Love that car. The style is crazy sexy

  • @duncandonovan5270
    @duncandonovan5270 3 роки тому +1

    Maybe disconnecting the terminals(if possible) helps.
    Some sticky codes will clear then more often.

  • @richardsikorski1260
    @richardsikorski1260 3 роки тому

    Go to see rich rebuilds at the electrified garage see if he can fix your battery

  • @paulhoffman3084
    @paulhoffman3084 3 роки тому +1

    What do you expect lol. It’s a Fisher Kharma

  • @sachithiyengar4778
    @sachithiyengar4778 3 роки тому +1

    "boom its gone........itttss bAAAACKkk"

  • @dereklaveau1824
    @dereklaveau1824 3 місяці тому

    NICE CAR !

  • @kellyrackham1266
    @kellyrackham1266 3 роки тому

    Oh my god these cars are so beautiful 🤦🏼‍♂️