Fisker's Liquidation Plan Faces Legal Challenges Over Recall Costs
The DOJ and SEC object to Fisker's bankruptcy plan, citing illegal recall repair charges and lack of record transparency.
- Fisker's liquidation plan proposes charging customers for recall-related repairs, which the DOJ argues is illegal under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
- The DOJ's objection follows an SEC investigation into Fisker's financial records, raising concerns about the company's compliance with regulatory standards.
- Fisker has identified five safety issues with its vehicles, with two requiring physical repairs that the company initially planned to charge owners for.
- The DOJ emphasizes that all costs for remedying defective vehicles must be covered by the manufacturer, regardless of bankruptcy status.
- The SEC's concerns include Fisker's unclear plans for preserving corporate records during the liquidation process.