Recall 12V455000

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Report Date
20120917
Component
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

Zero Motorcycles, Inc. (Zero Motorcycles) is recalling certain model year 2012 S and DS motorcycles. These motorcycles are equipped with a motor encoder position signal that may drift over the extended use of the motorcycle. If the signal drifts outside of the given parameters, the motor controller may shut off, resulting in the motorcycle inadvertently losing power.

Safety Consequence

A loss of power could lead to a crash and potential injury or death of the rider.

Remedy

Zero Motorcycles will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the motorcycle's motor controller free of charge. The safety recall began on September 28, 2012. Owners may contact Zero Motorcycles, Inc. at 1-888-786-9376.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2012 ZERO ZERO DS
2012 ZERO ZERO S

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.