Zero recall: Hybrid propulsion system
Do not drive. NHTSA and the maker advise owners not to drive these vehicles until they are repaired.
What is wrong
Zero Motorcycles (Zero) is recalling all 2012 Zero S, Zero DS, and Zero DSP (Police) motorcycles. Cell pouches in the battery packs may wear from contact with the holders, allowing humidity to enter the pouch and cause an electrical short within the battery.
What could happen
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Zero Motorcycles will notify owners and offer them a choice of either the repurchase of their motorcycle or a financial trade-assist towards a newer model year Zero Motorcycles motorcycle. The recall began on April 30, 2018. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-018-383. Note: Since owners are advised to no longer ride or charge the affected motorcycles, Zero Motorcycles dealers will arrange for the collection of the affected motorcycle at no charge to the owners.
Vehicles covered
- Zero Dsp 2012
- Zero Zero Ds 2012
- Zero Zero S 2012
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 18V215000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Apr 4, 2018
- Owners notified
- Apr 30, 2018
- Vehicles or items affected
- 218
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Oct 21, 2011 to Jul 23, 2012
- Part
- Hybrid propulsion system; Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery
- Maker's own recall number
- SV-ZMC-018-383
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Zero recall: Electrical system Dec 18, 2013
- Zero recall: Service brakes, hydraulic Jul 30, 2013
- Zero recall: Equipment Sep 17, 2012
- Zero recall: Electrical system Jul 2, 2012
- Zero recall: Exterior lighting Jun 29, 2012
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.