2023 Zero Dsr/x
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2023 Zero Dsr/x. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 2023 Zero Dsr/x. Newest first.
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2023 DSR/X motorcycles. The motor controller may have been built with incorrect fasteners, causing higher resistance at the busbar joint and a loss of drive power.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the controller, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2026. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-RCL-025-021. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 19, 2025.
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2023-2024 DSR/X, 2024 DS, DSR, and DSRP motorcycles. Improperly routed key switch signal wires may break, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The firmware will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2025. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-RCL-025-018.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246230Dealer notification of new firmware for motorcycle models.
- 10237317Today, May 2, 2023, Zero Motorcycles has released a new firmware version for all motorcycles utilizing the Cypher III operating system.
- 10227027Zero Motorcycles Dealer News 11.22.22 - New Firmware, Diag4Zero, Holiday Hours
- 10225539Zero Motorcycles Firmware Release Notes October 26, 2022 MY20/21/22/23 Cypher III MBB Rev 27/6 BMU Rev 6/4 BMS Rev 21 Fixes an issue in ride mode display.
- 10222417Zero Motorcycles would like to remind all dealers that a full PDI should be completed prior to any vehicle being displayed on the sales floor or ridden by dealership staff or customers.
Every Zero Dsr/x model year
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