2022 Zero SR, 2022 Zero SR/F, 2022 Zero SR/S Recall: Incorrect rear brake pads were installed
NHTSA campaign 21V940000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Dec 3, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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."
The risk
The incorrect rear brake pads may not work as intended, increasing the 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
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V940000 (manufacturer number SV-ZMC-022-018). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.