Defect Description For Recall
Zero Motorcycles, Inc. (Zero Motorcycles) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012 S And Ds Motorcycles. These Motorcycles Are Equipped With A Motor Encoder Position Signal That May Drift Over The Extended Use Of The Motorcycle. If The Signal Drifts Outside Of The Given Parameters, The Motor Controller May Shut Off, Resulting In The Motorcycle Inadvertently Losing Power.
Make Of Vehicle
ZERO
Model Of Vehicle
ZERO S
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V455000
Component Description
Equipment:Electrical
Effect Of Defect
A Loss Of Power Could Lead To A Crash And Potential Injury Or Death Of The Rider.
Fix Defect
Zero Motorcycles Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Reprogram The Motorcycle’S Motor Controller Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On September 28, 2012. Owners May Contact Zero Motorcycles, Inc. At 1-888-786-9376.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20120112
End Of Manufacture
20120705
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
315
Date Owners Notified
20120928
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Date Report Received
20120917