NHTSA vehicle safety data
2013 Zero S
The 2013 Zero S has 1 NHTSA recall and 1 owner complaint on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Zero dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2013 Zero S. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
NHTSA #13V635000Reported December 18, 2013 · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Defect description
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 XU, S, DS, and model year 2013 FX motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have controller firmware that, as a result of certain system faults, may shut off power to the motor.
Safety consequence
A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Zero will notify owners, and dealers will update the controller firmware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-January 2014. Owners may contact Zero at 1-888-786-9376.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.