2012 Zero Dsp | 2013 Zero Fx | 2013 Zero Xu | 2013 Zero S | 2013 Zero Ds | 2012 Zero Zero Xu | 2012 Zero Zero Ds | 2012 Zero Zero S — Electrical system: software
Published December 24, 2013 · Recall initiated: December 18, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V635000, published December 24, 2013 and initiated December 18, 2013. Recalling firm: Zero Motorcycles Inc.; 2012 Zero Dsp | 2013 Zero Fx | 2013 Zero Xu | 2013 Zero S | 2013 Zero Ds | 2012 Zero Zero Xu | 2012 Zero Zero Ds | 2012 Zero Zero S — Electrical system: software.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- ZERO
- Model
- DSP
- Manufacturer
- Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Lot
- 2012 ZERO DSP | 2013 ZERO FX | 2013 ZERO XU | 2013 ZERO S | 2013 ZERO DS | 2012 ZERO ZERO XU | 2012 ZERO ZERO DS | 2012 ZERO ZERO S
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2012 Zero Dsp | 2013 Zero Fx | 2013 Zero Xu | 2013 Zero S | 2013 Zero Ds | 2012 Zero Zero Xu | 2012 Zero Zero Ds | 2012 Zero Zero S — Electrical system: software recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V635000 on December 24, 2013. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ZERO. Model: DSP.