Zero recall: Service brakes, hydraulic
What is wrong
Zero motorcycles is recalling certain model year 2009 zero s motorcycles built from september 2, 2009 through december 22, 2009; model year 2009 zero ds motorcycles built from july 27, 2009 through december 28, 2009; model year 2010 zero s motorcycles built from february 1, 2010 through march 31, 2011; and model year 2010 zero ds motorcycles built from january 20, 2010 through march 31, 2011. The front brake caliper bracket may experience permanent deformation when subjected to high braking loads. This condition could induce misalignment of the front brake pads with respect to the front brake rotor.
What could happen
Misalignment of the brake pads in relation to the rotor may cause reduced front braking performance, which could lead to a possible crash and potential injury or death of the rider.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front brake caliper bracket with a re-designed component, and replace the front brake pads in case the existing pads experienced abnormal wear. The front brake fluid will also be inspected and, if signs of overheating are noted, it will be replaced and the system will be flushed. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 31, 2011. Owners may contact zero motorcycles at 1-888-786-9376 ext 45.
Vehicles covered
- Zero Ds 2009–2010
- Zero S 2009–2010
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 11V282000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 16, 2011
- Owners notified
- May 31, 2011
- Vehicles or items affected
- 160
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Sep 2, 2009 to Dec 22, 2009
- Part
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Zero recall: Electrical system Oct 15, 2020
- Zero recall: Equipment Nov 28, 2017
- Zero recall: Exterior lighting Jul 10, 2017
- Zero recall: Service brakes, hydraulic Mar 7, 2017
- Zero recall: Exterior lighting Aug 22, 2016
- Zero recall: Engine and engine cooling Mar 12, 2014
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.