The rust is a normal thing on the rotor, especially when the car is been sitting for a long time. I am a car hauler I have seen this so many times on the car at the port. When the cars arrive at the port or train yard it takes days, weeks, or months before they get shipped to the dealerships. The rust goes away after driving it for some time.

@BigBrotherMotown

9 ай бұрын

FACTS....most car rotors start rusting within days after getting wet. (Unless they are coated or something)

@sparkshusky2482

9 ай бұрын

I came here to say this. XD rust on brakes is common. My room mate has a car that doesn’t get driven often enough and his brakes do eventually develop rust on the rotors.

@andrazlogar861

7 ай бұрын

Exactly.

@megaintegrator

6 ай бұрын

rotor is rusty inside, where brake pads dont reach, so its early rust sign. its not on surface of brake pads, its inside rotors.. should not be here any rust for first 1 year of car at least...

This is basically what a first gen looks and feels like, nothing really unusual about it. I think it's actually a miracle that they managed to build this thing with all the issues of the last few years.

Why would anyone invest in a guy that has lost his 2 previous attempts at cars and looks to be burning through all his investment money again? They aren't building even half the cars they promised so you can expect them to be gone pretty soon.

What do you mean they aren't going to detail it? THey are delivering you a new product and it should arrive the best it will ever look. The destination fees are extremely expensive. It should show up perfect.

The joys of being an early adopter - have been there with much bigger brands too in all new model launches - my UK based early 2020 build Land Rover Defender was never stranded anywhere but soooooooo many visits to the dealership to fix rattles and leaks, now I have a 2023 one it hasn’t been near the workshop since delivery on 24th March 2023, last one had 7 visits in the same time!

The rotors are fine, that's what (non-stainless) steel does without a coating. But everything else is a deal breaker for me. Thanks for posting.

Nice of the dealer not to clean it.

I’ve had my Fisker Extreme for about 2 months and I absolutely love it. You do have to push the unlock and wait 4 seconds and push it again to open. Hopefully this issue gets addressed in an OTA update but my vehicle came in pristine condition and I haven’t had any other issues. I love my Fisker and would absolutely purchase it again. I still think it’s by far the best looking EV out there right now.

Nice video! Got the same issues regarding the remote key fob; I don't usually use my keys when I drive my other vehicles, and my other cars automatically do what they are expected to do. And I never got the remote to unlock my Ocean in just one try 😢. My biggest gripe is that I don't get the options I added in my order and my advisor was so unresponsive and ghosted me after my loan got approved and they got the money.

Adam - mine arrived dirty too, although it was not nearly as dirty/dusty as yours. Like you, I LOVE the car too (still trying to figure all of the features)....

We got our Fisker delivered a couple weeks ago and it’s been very frustrating. The key fob detection is so annoying! I have to press the unlock/lock buttons at least 4-6 times for it to actually react. The button on my key to open up the rear window doesn’t work. My air conditioning vents won’t open (I called them and they said that’s not supposed to happen). I was locked into the car for 15 minutes (the door handles on the inside and outside weren’t opening the latch. Very concerning in the event of an emergency). I hate how the settings don’t save such as the regenerative braking (I have to adjust settings every time I drive the car). My phone randomly disconnects from Bluetooth. Very glitchy infotainment system. Overall it’s not a car I like. I wish my dad waited to order it so they can figure out all the errors and glitches early on but hey, I guess we’re the Guinea Pigs.

I got my Fisker this week and have had EVERY SINGLE TECHNICAL PROBLEM YOU HAVE MENTIONED. Not having a functional key fob is a real problem and I truly hope they fix it since thought I was going to be able to use my phone as a key and that’s not the case . I am already NOT happy with this car and regretting this purchase 😢 soooo many problems I wish dirt was the only thing

@adamninja

8 ай бұрын

Sorry to hear that! If you haven't been able to get all of the functions from the app to work yet, like door locks and checking charging/etc, reach out to Fisker and see if they can get it corrected. I had to have them manually sync mine and now it can lock/unlock, California mode, and monitor power

Here in SW Florida my rotors will get rust within a couple of days of just sitting there. They are steel with no coatings so it happens. The rest of the it is crazy though...

What is the fit and finish like? I'm tempted but some of the plastics eg rear valance/lower rear trim look flimsy. How about the squeaky pedals issue i heard about? 🎉

I get rust on my rotors all the time, and even when new, Volvo C40 electric. You drive it a few miles and the rust will wear off with brake use. Thanks for this video, I had a deposit on the Ocean but wound up with the C40. The range is terrible at 225 miles and the panoramic roof, which doesn't open, is insufficiently UV protected. So it is a miserable experience recharging in the sun during road trips, especially when you have to make 5 recharging stops a day. Volvo now has a screen for the roof glass but are charging $400 for it! But why not put up some shade sails and a soda machine and trash cans around these DC fast charging stations? Now debating on either Volvo EX-30 or the PEAR to get better range. My Volvo dealer also didn't know anything about the car, even in the service department, but I am sure that will improve with time and luckily it hasn't needed any real service or repairs (1.5 years ownership so far). But they did rotate my tires, only for me to find out later that they are stacked width and cannot be rotated in any direction whatsoever. They should know that. I should not find out 150 miles into a roadtrip where I had to turn around and return to the dealer. Had they not also improperly DEFLATED the tires because they were basing the PSI on regular Volvos, I would not have had any occasion to see the on-screen manual's discussion of tires PSI and warning on rotation. It seems like your only issue with the Ocean that is a Fisker issue is the key fob. That is great! And their customer service will improve over time.

We had a car delivered months ago and had similar dust/dirt from a storm.

Thanks for the video, Adam, and I look forward to the next one. That Ocean looks great. Of the issues covered, only the brake rotors really concern me. The fob, I believe, is a battery issue (at least thats what I've read in forums). It should not have come that way, but hopefully minor (if indeed battery). Software bugs will get sorted out with updates (which has been the case with all new products). Yes, it should've come clean - but you weren't picking it up from a dealer and it had been through a tropical storm. But they should offer a free detail to you. Now the rotor surfaces, not sure what that is all about. Hope its not a problem. I do think people need to keep perspective on this brand new car from a brand new company. I think Adam has the right perspecitive, but so many people are going off the handle on every issue. There are going to be some hiccups, but that's to be expected. Hopefully software updates fix the wide majority of them, but I think the Ocean is a great looking vehicle and a welcome addition to the EV landscape. Just rode in one today, and it is so much nicer and better looking than the Tesla options (prepare for backlash), but let's hope Fisker invests in the customer support and service resources to manage these hiccups along the way.

@captrans

6 ай бұрын

Why should anyone have to deal with software bugs when the vehicle was driven many miles in testing and development or was it just made and l think it should be good?

I'm intrigued by this car, but I'm glad that you are doing the beta testing! I'm several years away from buying a new car, so hopefully they'll get all the bugs worked out by then.

The rust is completely normal. Especially with one pedal driving, since the actually brakes rarely apply with regenerative braking. Give the brakes a good push a few times when out and about and I bet it is gone.

I would like to see Fisker succeed but they rushed lunching the car . Usually it takes like 4 years to iron bugs and everything to a car before lunch , they rushed this in like 2 years

Did the car arrive before the latest software update? That's crazy about it arriving so dirty though. It just kills the joy of the moment.

@adamninja

10 ай бұрын

I'm pretty sure it's after the latest. I think all of these problems will go away if they can get pickup centers located throughout the US. But only if they make it through the growing pains.

Some of these issues were remedied in the software update, did those help you. I would be very concerned about the rust...looks like it was flooded or sitting in water. That is not okay.

@adamninja

10 ай бұрын

It looks like I have the latest version. I think something's wrong with the actual fob. Also totally agree about the rust. I'm waiting to see how Fisker responds. So far it's being ignored.

Man you are like the nicest customer ever! How did you accept the car in that filthy condition??

@adamninja

10 ай бұрын

They sent the car with an intimidating Russian dude that I couldn't communicate with! Haha. No but really, there was no way not to accept it. And now I'm dealing with Fisker's pretty uh, not good, support to try and remedy anything.

You bought a flood car, my friend. I'm from Florida and I've seen plenty of them. Don't let anybody tell you different. You keep this vehicle and your troubles are only starting...Tell FISKER they should replace it ASAP.

@adamninja

9 ай бұрын

It's funny you mentioned that. I actually have an ongoing service ticket opened where I'm trying to escalate their response on potential flood damage. There's no way water gets inside of the charging port from simple rain.

how is interior tear and wear?

Just watched a video on FISKER. Within the last 15 years he has fail2 previous times to launch a car company 😢😂😂😂 Good Luck!!!!!!!!!

This is amazing. Thanks for sharing. Is there a community of fisker ocean owners to swap notes/search for issues? Reddit?

Where are supposed to take the Fiskers for servicing? Hopefully when I get my Pear this will all be worked out.

@adamninja

10 ай бұрын

By me I think the only option is to take it to a Firestone service center. They have some partnership or something

@mxmillo

10 ай бұрын

Ya...Henrik or the Fiskerati guy need to put that info out there Will we ever get Fisker lounges where we can talk to reps, etc.

@coolpix222

8 ай бұрын

​@@mxmilloFisker made a lot of empty promises. I hope they fix all of the software issues and provide the features that customers paid for.

Oh wow thank you for the feedback , yes my app is useless at the point I cannot lock or unlock the car or see anything about the car on it yet. Will contact Fisker again

How much you paid ?

The rust, or the battery is just a matter of time the car was waiting to be delivered. The dirt, is a matter of the dealer not giving it a detailing before delivery. So not many issues. My 2022 BMW m4 often doesn’t connect to apple car play. Often needs a restart engine for it to work. Just a software bug that is expected in any car.

The key unlocking and locking, maybe in the settings,

Phone call thing is to be fixed in next update supposedly

Fascinating video. I have learned a lot from watching it.

Key fob issue happened on my test drive day in California. On 3 different cars had the key fob issue

Congrats!

Rotors are rusty is a nitpick if you ask me.

@adamninja

10 ай бұрын

Go look at a single NEW car for sale on a lot, any car, and show me a single one with rusted rotors lol

I'd say the rust is because of pretty much all EVs and hybrid cars have regenerative braking (either one pedal driveish or that when you press the brake pedal it will regenerate (until you brake hard, then it will activate the brakes on the car)) and therefore the brakes are not exercised or even getting dried up after rain, unless you manually brake hard regularly (ie after rain or car wash). Some cars have built in feature to regularly make a slight push with the brake pads, just to exercise the brakes. Waiting for my Fisker Ocean I'm driving a VW Passat GTE plug in hybrid with the same issue. Brake disks were pretty much unused, but they were rusty so I hade to replace them and brake pads after 60k km.

@erich.4356

10 ай бұрын

Same here - driving for 10 years with 3 different Tesla Model S ... rust is a common thing as you do not use the breaks very often in an EV (almost never)... but I agree, it does not look nice when receiving a new car :). I am also waiting for my Ocean One ... I was an early adopter for Tesla (also a lot of issues in the beginning) and hoping to be the same for Fisker.

@gregchalmers2315

9 ай бұрын

I have a toyota gr yaris the same day it gets a clean the discs rust they are steel

Is that the Matt paint finish? If so, don’t power wash, it will ruin the paint. Also, you need to keep ANY dirt off of the car or it will get into the paint. Matt finish paint is really delicate!

@adamninja

10 ай бұрын

Yeah it's a matte finish. I worded it badly in the video. I meant to just say I tried washing the dirt off but a simple wash wouldn't do it. I washed it after with matte only non wax wash, dual buckets, microfiber wash pads, and brand new microfiber dry towels. As well as finished it off with a matte detailer

@dosomething6776

10 ай бұрын

Did it get clean?

@adamninja

10 ай бұрын

Yeah it cleaned up nicely. And of course, it immediately rained haha

Moisture gets the rotors super quickly. At least my experience as soon as they get wet.

So basically all of this because a flawed key fob?

Had a deposit on a Fisker Ocean. After everything I saw and read, I bought an X5 50e. At least everything works.

You guys are beta-testers basically.

This car should not have been delivered or accepted 😮

@adamninja

10 ай бұрын

That's kind of another gripe. The dude that dropped it off spoke zero English so we could hardly communicate. He had to use a Russian translator and had a really hard time trying to ask or say anything. I didn't even sign for it

@CDonTheMove

10 ай бұрын

@@adamninja I do hope you put in an official complaint. Wishing you the best and success. I'm looking forward to the arrival of mine.

@fenderman21guitar

10 ай бұрын

​@@nexussymbiosis9270....k

@philroder4878

9 ай бұрын

Never accepted by the owner.

The dirt is from the storm, but i winder if the rotor rust could be from the ocean voyage over, if the cars weren't covered on the boat. It won't hurt the rotor, and the pads will quickly remove any rust where they contact, but still a little disappointing. My Ocean One is at sea right now,. hopefully getting delivered in a few weeks. Thanks cor the video!

The dirt all over it may not bother some but it's extremely relevant! Not just bc it's it's dirty but bc if there's any scratches or chips in the paint, you can't see them! What if you find them after washing and fiskers like well you didn't mention on delivery so now go pay 4k to touch up that matte paint.

Sorry, but that keyfob is really ugly. Several manufacturers need to apply more effort in here. Keyfobs shouldn't be eyesores.

I work in the auto industry and the rust is 100% normal. From the first time the brakes are used they will rust. Nothing you can do about that. When you brake the rust will get ground off by the pads. The metal drums or rotors can not have ANY anti rust protection on it due to the pads needing to be able to grip. If any oil, or any other coating touches the rotors the pads have a awful time slowing the car down. But my question to you because I really want to get a Fisker but if it breaks down or needs repair where the hell do you take it?

@Eli-kq7qt

7 ай бұрын

I believe they are going to have the same setup as Tesla with Mobil services

Been through 5 EVs. Best to worst. Polestar 2, Ford f150 Lighting , Chevy bolt, Mach e, Rivian, Cadillac lyriq. So it's new company or new car does not make sense. Don't rush to dump the product without sorting out all the bugs. Done with EVs for now. Wife still drive polstar daughter drive chevy bolt I am back to Diesel truck.

Where is this expose to? salty ocean!? that's scary!!!

Maybe I am too easy going but a detailer would have the car looking fine albeit it would cost you a little. Time wise, it would take an hour of so. So I wouldn't give it a second thought. I'd have bigger fish to fry. Rust on the rotors? Is that even a problem? And who looks at the rotors? As for zero instruction on how to use the car, I am guessing you never have purchased an Apple product but beyond that since you are on KZread, I have found a couple of "How to use/setup" videos right here on KZread. Hence a non-issue. I subscribed to your channel, I cannot wait to hear to the good parts. And as for Fisker reaching out, they answered my delivery questions very fast.

Who ever sold you the car, should have cleaned it so you could feel good about the delivery of your new vehicle

Their key fob issue is NOT fixed yet for anyone. Should be eventually though.

Thanks for the video Adam. Surface corrosion of brake discs caused by atmospheric moisture is a normal, usual thing. Complaining about her is too much. If you want to appear serious, you should have left this point out. It seems rather awkward.

@adamninja

8 ай бұрын

Hi there. What do you mean by "complaining about her is too much if you want to sound serious"? Lol. New cars don't show up in this condition, full stop.

@YouTube_can_ESAD

8 ай бұрын

@@adamninjaDude, you are an absolute clown. Unfortunately you also don’t posses the situational awareness to understand how much of a dingus you are coming across to everyone. Why buy into a brand new car/relaunched manufacturer, if you don’t understand that there will be problems that will need to be addressed with that initial release?

So would you say this was a 70k car?

@adamninja

10 ай бұрын

It definitely could be if they get the quality control in check. The car is an awesome drive outside of these types of issues.

Too many flaws, a clear sign of rushed project to chase profits. I own a Tesla model S, which I love, but what I love even more is to see more and more companies joining the EV market, meaning more competition, better prices to the consumers. I hope not only Fisker but other EV car manufacturers meet decent quality standards, useful features, and prices. Only time will tell.

Boggest issue is you filming this way😂😂😂. No just kidding

No excuses. Lemon.

1. Keyfob have no proximity sensor. It does not detect your presence. You are wrong. Keyfob battery life improved with recent updates. 2. Brake disc's tend to have a thin layer of rost after they get wet. Its just surface level rust. Has nothing to do with quality. 3. Call info staying on the screen is a known issue by Fisker. Will improve with new software updates.

@adamninja

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and for the comment. You're incorrect about the Fob. The Fob uses Bluetooth for presence detection. From the manual Fisker has posted directly: All doors automatically unlock and door handles extend if a key fob is detected within 7 ft (2 m).

Ya...west coasters are not getting the same love and delivery experience as others. Shame. Not even a how to video on functions.

Update: a few people have mentioned the rotor rust isnt a worry. I would usually agree, on a used car, however just a reminder rhat this was recorded at 10 miles total on the car. There hasnt been time or distance for regenerative braking to cause this. And my brakes are also squeaking now when they're applied. That's not ok and kind of embarassing.

By the way….they should detail it. This is supposed to be the Fisker “ONE”!!!!!

Sometimes it is better to not experiment with new products, especially cars😅

I was hoping Fisker was going to be a game changer. I hope they address the issues and succeed in being the envy of the Auto Industry.

Prototypes are easy - production are HARD! E. Musk...

Wow I just closed the ordering page in fisker ! Thanks for saving me

The dirty car on delivery I would be fuming 😢

Wow, who is running this company? Fisker can't seem to get anything right. They have dug themselves a massive hole. The question is are they going to get out of it? With all of these issues, they will burn money to make things right. Doesn't look good. I got so frustrated with them that I cancelled 2 cars. I'm about to cancel the Pear order as well.

People forget tesla had all kinds of problems and bugs when they launched... people invested in fisker thinking it will be the next tesla immediately thats not how things work in reality... to put it in perspective tesla was founded in 2003 and only in 2020 they had their first profit year...fisker is a new company with vision be patient

There is no way I would accept a dirty car... wtf

rust is normal and will go away with use. the rest though.... whew lad. I'd be mad after spending that kinda $$$$

I would NEVER buy a car brand, any car, that was delivered to ANY customer like this!

In short an EV w/ ICE features...not compelling to drive though. No comparison w/ my Tesla is the benchmark.

Get used to rusty rotors in a car with regen.

@adamninja

10 ай бұрын

Really? How come? Doesn't seem like 10 miles of test driving should cause that

@dadsfave

10 ай бұрын

@@adamninja With regen the brakes get used less, pads last a long time and rotors get rusty. You wouldn't expect it in a brand new car, however. Must be due to the storm.

Why on earth would anyone buy a Fisker? Tesla gets roasted if panel gaps are like 1 mm off. But Fisker doesn't get roasted for these annoying problems? Good luck with getting OTA updates...and I see that Firestone is one of the contractors for servicing the car. Hahahaha they couldn't even do my brake job right. Yeah good luck with this car lol.

Rust should just go away from braking, I hope!

He should have refused delivery.

Rust on routers do happen to new cars on lots. I've seen it before. At this price point, however, it really shouldn't happen.

that was filthiest ive ever seen for a new car, embarrasing for the brand i would think.

Fisker isn’t going to make it. When Tesla started it was only them. Fisker is competing against the far superior Model Y at a $20,000 disadvantage and tax incentives on top of that.

@adamninja

9 ай бұрын

Calling the model Y "far superior" is quite the stretch.

I have a problem with you. WTF is there NOT a full screen here? Instead we have like 1/4 view? That is annoying?

@adamninja

9 ай бұрын

Lol, It's made in portrait for audiences watching on their phone (give it a shot). It will also expand to fullscreen. Definitely not 1/4 view

I’m getting really concerned now. I’m one of the guys that out down $5k and am awaiting delivery. Based on what I’ve seen, these cars seem like poor quality all around. Henrik Fisker spent 2 years to designed a piece of garbage. With all the price drops from Tesla, it’s going to be very difficult to sell many of these unless they can improve quality elsewhere new orders will dry up quick

@adamninja

10 ай бұрын

Don't be too concerned. It's definitely not garbage. The car is actually amazing. There's just some drastic quality control and staffing that Fisker needs to bite the bullet and support. I have only had one phone call since taking delivery, and it's only because I answered a survey saying the delivery sucked. I have no idea when or if my plates will show up, where my registration is, how to go get service, how to sign up for a Fisker class to learn how to use everything, etc. All you end up with is a chat and a string of open cases via email.

@gsteadwm

10 ай бұрын

@@adamninja wow you are more understanding than I would be? Yes, cleaning seems a bit superficial, but every car dealer I've ever seen CLEANS THE CAR. We are still waiting for our FOO.

It gets worse. I hope someone from Fisker can start addressing the quality issues and get them fixed before Fisker goes out of business.

70,000$.... lol

Fisker provide home delivery like you have ordered a jewelry from Amazon, and you are complaining about little dirt getting it while coming from other part the World where is Europe Austria if you not knowing it, Mate, probably you are expecting someone staying and washing it at the port after they took it off the cargo ship!!!!

@adamninja

8 ай бұрын

After the car sat on a lot for 3 weeks AT Fisker you mean. They could and should clean it. EVERY imported car arrives dirty. Normal brands clean them. Who are you defending?

It’s an unproven car and cheap it ain’t a Tesla so what do you expect especially with Mr Fisker on display 😂😂😂😂 depreciation will be dramatic

Here and example of complaining about stupid things like rust on rotors, just for the views of the video

@adamninja

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the super smart comment!

Thank you for this. We own all ICE vehicles. They all automatically lock and unlock with ease, except for our Supra. The annoyances you're having are small. Not something I want to deal with in a new car purchase. I wish you success.

Damn I wish I show this video before I even pay for my Fisker Ocean. I should never trust this company and specially when I went to Boston for test drive this Fisker employee don’t know anything about car. Fisker need to do better job on software and employee and deliver car to customer on the time they give it to customer not deliver after 2-3 months

That rust means that part didn't get treated in the manufacturing process? 😳 They should NOT be delivering cars in that filthy state. Extremely poor. Combined with the phone issue, the key fob issue....people would do well to steer clear of Fisker until they iron ALL of these issues out.

@sy7robc

10 ай бұрын

Brakes are never treated for rust. They are kept clean by usage - brake pads will grind the rust off. This is an issue on cars with regen braking though...

@UTube-gs1yf

10 ай бұрын

I would think that for the main part of the rotor, but not that edge with the holes where the rust is? That looks like it'll rust plenty as the brakes won't be impacting there. @@sy7robc

@sy7robc

10 ай бұрын

@@UTube-gs1yf Ture, but I believe that the edges of the brake discs have been rusty on my cars, over the years. It won't eat deep into the disc and cause a problem.

That thing has been sitting a WHILE.

Hmmm another shatty car company scamming people

Those 5 issues for me could not be compensated by anything other than getting the car for free. So I’m out.

Lol it’s a paid review by competitors.. I’m surprised ppl don’t get it what he’s trying to do ..

@adamninja

7 ай бұрын

This is an interesting comment. Who do you think paid me? Do you think they just bought me an $80K car (that I've now driven 6000 miles)?

what a total waist of money

i would never buy a car from a startup -

@alatmancave7093

7 ай бұрын

pay $130K and buy a EV from Mercedes then , because Tesla was a start up too once