Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 20V640000

Electrical system: propulsion system: DC/DC converter

Zero Motorcycles Inc. filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2020-10-15.

Recall campaignNHTSA 20V640000

Electrical system: propulsion system: DC/DC converter

Component
Electrical system: propulsion system: DC/DC converter
Manufacturer
Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Vehicles affected
64
Reported to NHTSA
2020-10-15
Owners notified
2020-10-26

Defect description

Zero Motorcycle Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2021 SR, S, DSR, DS, FX, and FXS motorcycles. The DC-DC converter has an insufficient power output margin to operate the anti-lock braking system (ABS), instruments, lights, indicators, and any accessories that are connected to the accessory outlet at once.

Safety risk

The DC-DC converter can shut off when its power capacity is exceeded, shutting off the ABS, instruments, and lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Zero will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DC-DC converter, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2020. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-021-019.

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.

Scope of coverage

6 model years across 6 models.

ModelYears on record
ZERO DS2021
ZERO DSR2021
ZERO FX2021
ZERO FXS2021
ZERO S2021
ZERO SR2021

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.