Recall 09V-385: 2008 Zap Xebra

QINGQI GROUP MOTORCYCLE CO., LTD recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Oct 2, 2009, covering about 738 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-385
Report date
Oct 2, 2009
Vehicles affected
738
Owners notified
Jan 29, 2010

The problem

Qingqi is recalling 738 my 2008 zap xebra motorcycles manufactured between january and december 2008. These motorcycles do not conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems." they do not have a separate brake fluid reservoir for the front and rear brakes.

The risk

Without a separate reservoir for each brake, having its own cover, seal, and cover retention device, fluid for one brake circuit may move to the other. If this happens, both reservoirs could loose fluid as a result of a fluid leak in one brake circuit and compromise the stopping ability of both brakes.

The fix

Zap will notify owners and repair or replace the master cylinder free of charge. The safety recall began on january 29, 2010. Owners may contact zap toll-free at 1-800-251-4555.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .this recall is superceded by safety recall 12v-363.

Recall details

ManufacturerQINGQI GROUP MOTORCYCLE CO., LTD
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number09V385000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Zap Xebra2008All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 09V-385?

Qingqi is recalling 738 my 2008 zap xebra motorcycles manufactured between january and december 2008. These motorcycles do not conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems." they do not have a separate brake fluid reservoir for the front and rear brakes.

How is recall 09V-385 fixed?

Zap will notify owners and repair or replace the master cylinder free of charge. The safety recall began on january 29, 2010. Owners may contact zap toll-free at 1-800-251-4555.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.