2013 Zero FX and Zero Xu recall: 12v/24v/48v battery
Zero Motorcycles Inc. reported this safety recall on June 20, 2013. It covers about 128 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 128
- reported
- Jun 20, 2013
- owners notified
- Jun 26, 2013
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- What is wrong
- Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2013 FX motorcycles manufactured January 28, 2013, through May 21, 2013; and model year 2013 XU motorcycles manufactured January 16, 2013, through May 20, 2013. A manufacturing defect with the sealant material in the battery may allow water to penetrate the battery and contact the cells.
- Risk
- Water penetration into the battery may lead to corrosion of the cells, possibly resulting in a rapid temperature increase and off-gassing of the cells' electrolyte which may cause a burn to the rider.
- Remedy
- Zero will notify owners and dealers will replace the battery modules, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2013. Owners may contact Zero motorcycles at 1‑888‑786‑9376.
Recall number 13V257000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 13V257000
Is there a recall on the 2013 Zero FX and Zero Xu 12v/24v/48v battery?
Yes. Recall 13V257000, reported on June 20, 2013, covers about 128 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 13V257000?
Zero will notify owners and dealers will replace the battery modules, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2013. Owners may contact Zero motorcycles at 1‑888‑786‑9376.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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