The worst 2024 Zero DSR problems
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Recalls 3
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DSR/X, DS, DSR, and DSRP motorcycles. The front brake hose may be twisted and become damaged, which can cause a brake fluid leak and a loss of brake pressure.
- Risk
- A loss of brake pressure can reduce braking ability and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the hose as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2026. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1‑888‑841‑8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-RCL-025-017.2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on on February 27, 2026.
Recall number 26V048000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2023-2024 DSR/X, 2024 DS, DSR, and DSRP motorcycles. Improperly routed key switch signal wires may break, causing a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The firmware will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2025. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1‑888‑841‑8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-RCL-025-018.
Recall number 25V587000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2024 DSR/X, DS, DSR, and DSRP motorcycles. The front brake hose may be twisted and become damaged, which can cause a brake fluid leak and a loss of brake pressure.
- Risk
- A loss of brake pressure will reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the hose as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed July 28, 2025. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1‑888‑841‑8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-RCL-025-017.
Recall number 25V459000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2024 Zero DSR 10
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Service Bulletin and Recall Cases Zero Motorcycles can now create Service Bulletin and Recall cases...
- We would like to inform you that a new firmware release for the 2020+ Cypher III platform will soon be...
- Cypher III OTA firmware release
- New diagnostic tool Tuner is available for 2017 and newer model.s On May 15th, a new firmware will be...
- Dealer notification announcing new firmware for certain models of Zero Motorcycles.
- Initial notice to dealers of the upcoming recall (25V-834).
- Dealer TSB with repair instructions.
- Dealer notification of release of new firmware for specific motorcycles.
- Dealer notification for recall of the FST ADV ignition switch firmware update.
- Notification sent to Zero Motorcycle's dealers informing them of the Brake Line Recall.
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Questions about the 2024 Zero DSR
Is the 2024 Zero DSR reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2024 Zero DSR.
What is the most common problem with the 2024 Zero DSR?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2024 Zero DSR have?
3 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and electrical system.
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