2012 Zero Zero Xu
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2012 Zero Zero Xu. Newest first.
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 and remedy
Risk
A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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 and remedy
Risk
Sudden loss of power can lead to a crash and potential injury or death to the rider.
Remedy
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.
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 and remedy
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.
Remedy
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.