2017 Zero DS, 2017 Zero FXS, 2017 Zero S Recall: Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may have the…
NHTSA campaign 17V145000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Mar 7, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2017 S, DS, and FXS motorcycles. The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may have the wrong vehicle model information, possibly causing the ABS to function improperly.
The risk
If the ABS does not function properly in a braking event, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Zero will notify owners and dealers will reconfigure the HCU, or replace it as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for the recall is SV-ZMC-017-363.
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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V145000 (manufacturer number SV-ZMC-017-363). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.