Zero recalls
22 NHTSA vehicle recalls since 2010 across 19 models.
Latest Zero recalls
26V048000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2024–2025 Zero DS, Zero Dsr, Zero Dsr/x +moreThe front brake hose may be twisted and become damaged, which can cause a brake fluid leak and a loss of brake pressure.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement118unitsJan 2825V834000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2023 Zero Dsr/xThe motor controller may have been built with incorrect fasteners, causing higher resistance at the busbar joint and a loss of…ElectricalFree replacement7unitsDec 202525V587000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2023–2024 Zero DS, Zero Dsr, Zero Dsr/x +moreImproperly routed key switch signal wires may break, causing a loss of drive power.ElectricalOver-the-air update319unitsSep 202525V459000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2024 Zero DS, Zero Dsr, Zero Dsr/x +moreThe front brake hose may be twisted and become damaged, which can cause a brake fluid leak and a loss of brake pressure.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement44unitsJul 202522V403000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2022 Zero SR, Zero Sr/fIncorrect front brake caliper bolts may have been installed and could damage the mounting threads on the fork, causing the…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement23unitsJun 202221V940000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2022 Zero SR, Zero Sr/f, Zero Sr/sThe incorrect rear brake pads were installed.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement45unitsDec 202121V795000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2020 Zero Sr/fThe rear rotor bolts were insufficiently tightened.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement411unitsOct 202120V704000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2020 Zero Sr/f, Zero Sr/sThe front brake switch can fail from water getting into the switch.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement659unitsNov 202020V640000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2021 Zero DS, Zero Dsr, Zero FX +moreThe DC-DC converter has an insufficient power output margin to operate the anti-lock braking system (ABS), instruments, lights…ElectricalFree replacement64unitsOct 202018V215000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2012 Zero Dsp, Zero Zero DS, Zero Zero SCell pouches in the battery packs may wear from contact with the holders, allowing humidity to enter the pouch and cause an…Do not driveElectricalRefund / repurchase218unitsApr 201817V762000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2018 Zero DS, Zero Dsr, Zero FX +moreThe information on the Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Label may indicate the wrong model year.EquipmentFree replacement36unitsNov 201717V436000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2017 Zero SIn the event that a turn signal stops working, the turn signal flasher may not change its flash rate to alert the operator.Camera, lights & visibilityFree repair10unitsJul 201717V145000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2017 Zero DS, Zero Fxs, Zero SThe Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may have the wrong vehicle model information, possibly causing…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement61unitsMar 201716V610000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2015 Zero DS, Zero FX, Zero S +moreThe affected motorcycles have a DC-DC converter that may have insufficient output power.ElectricalFree repair96unitsAug 201614V119000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2014 Zero DS, Zero FX, Zero S +moreDue to a possible manufacturing defect, the motor rotor may contact the stator while riding.Engine & powertrainFree replacement94unitsMar 201413V635000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2012–2013 Zero DS, Zero Dsp, Zero FX +moreThe affected motorcycles have controller firmware that, as a result of certain system faults, may shut off power to the motor.ElectricalFree repair667unitsDec 201313V329000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2011–2012 Zero DS, Zero S, Zero Zero DS +moreOn the affected motorcycles, the front caliper mounting bolts are susceptible to corrosion which could lead to their cracking and…Brakes & stabilityReplacement268unitsJul 201313V257000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2013 Zero FX, Zero XUA manufacturing defect with the sealant material in the battery may allow water to penetrate the battery and contact the cells.ElectricalFree replacement128unitsJun 201312V455000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2012 Zero Zero DS, Zero Zero SThese motorcycles are equipped with a motor encoder position signal that may drift over the extended use of the motorcycle.EquipmentFree software update315unitsSep 201212V310000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2012 Zero X, Zero Xu-lsm, Zero Zero DS +moreZero motorcycles, inc. (zero) is recalling certain model year 2012 s, ds, x, xu, and xu-lsm motorcycles. insufficient…ElectricalFree repair254unitsJul 201212V307000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2011–2012 Zero DS, Zero Mxd, Zero S +moreZero motorcycles, inc. (zero) is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 s, xu, and ds motorcycles, model year 2011 mxd, and…Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement450unitsJun 201211V282000 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.2009–2010 Zero DS, Zero SThe front brake caliper bracket may experience permanent deformation when subjected to high braking loads. this condition could…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement160unitsMay 2011
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