Recall 18V215000

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

Report Date
20180404
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Affected Vehicles
3 models

Defect Description

Zero Motorcycles (Zero) is recalling all 2012 Zero S, Zero DS, and Zero DSP (Police) motorcycles. Cell pouches in the battery packs may wear from contact with the holders, allowing humidity to enter the pouch and cause an electrical short within the battery.

Safety Consequence

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Zero Motorcycles will notify owners and offer them a choice of either the repurchase of their motorcycle or a financial trade-assist towards a newer model year Zero Motorcycles motorcycle. The recall began on April 30, 2018. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-018-383. Note: Since owners are advised to no longer ride or charge the affected motorcycles, Zero Motorcycles dealers will arrange for the collection of the affected motorcycle at no charge to the owners.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2012 ZERO DSP
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.