Zero SR recalls
There are 6 safety recalls on record for the Zero SR, covering 358 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Zero SR recalls by model year
All recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliper
- What is wrong
- Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2022 SR and SR/F motorcycles. Incorrect front brake caliper bolts may have been installed and could damage the mounting threads on the fork, causing the caliper to loosen.
- Risk
- A loose caliper may reduce braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and as necessary, replace the front brake caliper bolts and forks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2022. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1‑888‑841‑8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-RCL-022-004.
Recall number 22V403000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: pads
- What is wrong
- Zero Motorcycles, Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2022 SR, SR/F, and SR/S motorcycles. The incorrect rear brake pads were installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 122, "Motorcycle Brake System."
- Risk
- The incorrect rear brake pads may not work as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rear brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2021. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1‑888‑841‑8085. Zero's number for this recall SV-ZMC-022-018.
Recall number 21V940000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: dc/dc converter
- What is wrong
- Zero Motorcycle Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2021 SR, S, DSR, DS, FX, and FXS motorcycles. The DC-DC converter has an insufficient power output margin to operate the anti-lock braking system (ABS), instruments, lights, indicators, and any accessories that are connected to the accessory outlet at once.
- Risk
- The DC-DC converter can shut off when its power capacity is exceeded, shutting off the ABS, instruments, and lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Zero will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DC-DC converter, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2020. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1‑888‑841‑8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-021-019.
Recall number 20V640000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2018 S ZF13.0, S ZF7.2, SR ZF14.4, DS ZF13.0, DSR ZF14.4, FX ZF7.2, and FXS ZF7.2 motorcycles. The information on the Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Label may indicate the wrong model year. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- If the affected 2018 motorcycles are ever subject to a recall, the owner may not realize the safety risk because of the misstated model year.
- Remedy
- Zero will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect label with a corrected label, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 2017. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1‑888‑841‑8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-017-380.
Recall number 17V762000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting
- What is wrong
- Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2015 SR, S, DS, and FX motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have a DC-DC converter that may have insufficient output power. During high power demand, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) may not function properly.
- Risk
- If the converter power output is insufficient, during an ABS activated event, the ABS and all vehicle lights would temporarily stop functioning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Zero has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the DC-DC converters, replacing ones of a specific type as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 16, 2016. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1‑888‑841‑8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-016-356.
Recall number 16V610000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Zero Motorcycles, Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2014 Zero SR motorcycles manufactured December 30, 2013, through February 20, 2014, 2014 Zero S motorcycles manufactured December 26, 2013, through February 18, 2014, Zero DS motorcycles manufactured January 24, 2013, through February 4, 2014, and 2014 Zero FX motorcycles manufactured January 14, 2014, through January 27, 2014. Due to a possible manufacturing defect, the motor rotor may contact the stator while riding.
- Risk
- If the rotor contacts the stator, the motor could seize, locking up the rear wheel which could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Zero will notify owners, and dealers will test the motor and if it fails testing, replace it, free of charge. The recall began in April 11, 2014. Owners may contact Zero at 1‑888‑786‑9316 (1-888-RUN-ZERO).
Recall number 14V119000 · Recall details
Questions about the Zero SR recalls
How do I check if my Zero SR has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Zero SR have?
6, covering service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system and equipment.
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