Recall 13V-635: 2013 Zero DS, 2012 Zero DSP and 6 more

Zero Motorcycles Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Dec 18, 2013, covering about 667 vehicles.

NHTSA number
13V-635
Report date
Dec 18, 2013
Vehicles affected
667
Owners notified
Jan 14, 2014

The 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.

The risk

A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash.

The 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.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerZero Motorcycles Inc.
ComponentElectrical System › Software
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number13V635000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Zero DS2013All years
Zero DSP2012All years
Zero FX2013All years
Zero S2013All years
Zero XU2013All years
Zero Zero DS2012All years
Zero Zero S2012All years
Zero Zero XU2012All 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 13V-635?

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.

How is recall 13V-635 fixed?

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.

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.