2012 ZERO ZERO XU recalls
The 2012 ZERO ZERO XU is covered by 3 recall campaigns. Repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN to see which are still open.
| Campaign | Received | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 13V635000 | 2013-12-18 | Electrical System › Software |
| 12V310000 | 2012-07-02 | Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery |
| 12V307000 | 2012-06-29 | Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch |
Each recall: problem, risk and fix
Electrical System › Software (13V635000, 2013-12-18)
Problem: Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 XU, S, DS, and model year 2013 FX motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have controller firmware that, as a result of certain system faults, may shut off power to the motor.
Risk: A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash.
Free fix: Zero will notify owners, and dealers will update the controller firmware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-January 2014. Owners may contact Zero at 1-888-786-9376.
Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery (12V310000, 2012-07-02)
Problem: Zero motorcycles, inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2012 s, ds, x, xu, and xu-lsm motorcycles. Insufficient weatherproofing may cause a short circuit of the battery management system when subjected to wet conditions, resulting in the motorcycle inadvertently losing power.
Risk: Sudden loss of power can lead to a crash and potential injury or death to the rider.
Free fix: Zero will notify owners, and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on july 31, 2012. Owners may contact zero motorcycles, inc. At 1-888-786-9376.
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch (12V307000, 2012-06-29)
Problem: Zero motorcycles, inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 s, xu, and ds motorcycles, model year 2011 mxd, and xd motorcycles and 2012 x motorcycles. The brake light switch at the front brake lever may not activate until significant brake lever travel occurs.
Risk: The brake light may not activate when a moderate amount of front brake is applied. As such, motorists traveling behind the motorcycle may not be alerted when an affected motorcycle is slowing down, which could lead to a possible crash and potential injury or death to the rider.
Free fix: Zero will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front brake system brake-light switch free of charge. The safety recall began on august 3, 2012. Owners may contact zero motorcycles at 1-831-438-3500.
Other model years: none with their own page · All ZERO ZERO XU recalls