Zero recalls
22 NHTSA recall campaigns filed since 2000 that affect Zero vehicles, newest first. Last verified Jul 30, 2026.
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- Jan 28, 2026Crash risk2024–2025 Zero DS, 2024–2025 Zero DSR, 2024–2025 Zero Dsr/x and 1 other model — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DSR/X, DS, DSR, and DSRP motorcycles. The front brake hose may be twisted and become damaged, which can cause a brake fluid leak and a loss of brake pressure.
26V048000 · 118 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Dec 2, 2025Crash risk2023 Zero Dsr/x — Electrical System
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2023 DSR/X motorcycles. The motor controller may have been built with incorrect fasteners, causing higher resistance at the busbar joint and a loss of drive power.
25V834000 · 7 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Sep 9, 2025Crash risk2024 Zero DS, 2024 Zero DSR, 2023–2024 Zero Dsr/x and 1 other model — Electrical System
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2023-2024 DSR/X, 2024 DS, DSR, and DSRP motorcycles. Improperly routed key switch signal wires may break, causing a loss of drive power.
25V587000 · 319 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Jul 11, 2025Crash risk2024 Zero DS, 2024 Zero DSR, 2024 Zero Dsr/x and 1 other model — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2024 DSR/X, DS, DSR, and DSRP motorcycles. The front brake hose may be twisted and become damaged, which can cause a brake fluid leak and a loss of brake pressure.
25V459000 · 44 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Jun 8, 2022Crash risk2022 Zero SR, 2022 Zero SR/F — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2022 SR and SR/F motorcycles. Incorrect front brake caliper bolts may have been installed and could damage the mounting threads on the fork, causing the caliper to loosen.
22V403000 · 23 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Dec 3, 2021Crash risk2022 Zero SR, 2022 Zero SR/F, 2022 Zero SR/S — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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."
21V940000 · 45 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Oct 13, 2021Crash risk2020 Zero SR/F — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2020 SR/F motorcycles. The rear rotor bolts were insufficiently tightened.
21V795000 · 411 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Nov 13, 2020Crash risk2020 Zero SR/F, 2020 Zero SR/S — Exterior Lighting
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2020 SR/F and SR/S motorcycles. The front brake switch can fail from water getting into the switch.
20V704000 · 659 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Oct 15, 2020Crash risk2021 Zero DS, 2021 Zero DSR, 2021 Zero FX and 3 other models — Electrical System
Zero Motorcycle Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2021 SR, S, DSR, DS, FX, and FXS motorcycles. The DC-DC converter has an insufficient power output margin to operate the anti-lock braking system (ABS), instruments, lights, indicators, and any accessories that are connected to the accessory outlet at once.
20V640000 · 64 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Apr 4, 2018Fire risk2012 Zero DSP, 2012 Zero Zero DS, 2012 Zero Zero S — Hybrid Propulsion System
Zero Motorcycles (Zero) is recalling all 2012 Zero S, Zero DS, and Zero DSP (Police) motorcycles. Cell pouches in the battery packs may wear from contact with the holders, allowing humidity to enter the pouch and cause an electrical short within the battery.
18V215000 · 218 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Nov 28, 2017Safety2018 Zero DS, 2018 Zero DSR, 2018 Zero FX and 3 other models — Equipment
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2018 S ZF13.0, S ZF7.2, SR ZF14.4, DS ZF13.0, DSR ZF14.4, FX ZF7.2, and FXS ZF7.2 motorcycles. The information on the Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Label may indicate the wrong model year. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
17V762000 · 36 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Jul 10, 2017Crash risk2017 Zero S — Exterior Lighting
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2017 S ZF6.5, S ZF13.0, DSP ZF13.0, and SR ZF13.0 motorcycles. In the event that a turn signal stops working, the turn signal flasher may not change its flash rate to alert the operator. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
17V436000 · 10 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Mar 7, 2017Crash risk2017 Zero DS, 2017 Zero FXS, 2017 Zero S — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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.
17V145000 · 61 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Aug 22, 2016Crash risk2015 Zero DS, 2015 Zero FX, 2015 Zero S and 1 other model — Exterior Lighting
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2015 SR, S, DS, and FX motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have a DC-DC converter that may have insufficient output power. During high power demand, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) may not function properly.
16V610000 · 96 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Mar 12, 2014Crash risk2014 Zero DS, 2014 Zero FX, 2014 Zero S and 1 other model — Engine and Engine Cooling
Zero Motorcycles, Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2014 Zero SR motorcycles manufactured December 30, 2013, through February 20, 2014, 2014 Zero S motorcycles manufactured December 26, 2013, through February 18, 2014, Zero DS motorcycles manufactured January 24, 2013, through February 4, 2014, and 2014 Zero FX motorcycles manufactured January 14, 2014, through January 27, 2014. Due to a possible manufacturing defect, the motor rotor may contact the stator while riding.
14V119000 · 94 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Dec 18, 2013Crash risk2013 Zero DS, 2012 Zero DSP, 2013 Zero FX and 5 other models — Electrical System
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.
13V635000 · 667 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Jul 30, 2013Crash risk2011 Zero DS, 2011 Zero S, 2012 Zero Zero DS and 1 other model — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Zero Motorcycles is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 S and DS motorcycles. On the affected motorcycles, the front caliper mounting bolts are susceptible to corrosion which could lead to their cracking and possible fracture.
13V329000 · 268 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Jun 20, 2013Fire risk2013 Zero FX, 2013 Zero XU — Electrical System
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2013 FX motorcycles manufactured January 28, 2013, through May 21, 2013; and model year 2013 XU motorcycles manufactured January 16, 2013, through May 20, 2013. A manufacturing defect with the sealant material in the battery may allow water to penetrate the battery and contact the cells.
13V257000 · 128 units · Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Sep 17, 2012Crash risk2012 Zero Zero DS, 2012 Zero Zero S — Equipment
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.
12V455000 · 315 units · ZERO MOTORCYCLES INC.
- Jul 2, 2012Crash risk2012 Zero X, 2012 Zero XU-LSM, 2012 Zero Zero DS and 2 other models — Electrical System
ZERO MOTORCYCLES, INC. (ZERO) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S, DS, X, XU, AND XU-LSM MOTORCYCLES. INSUFFICIENT WEATHERPROOFING MAY CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT OF THE BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM WHEN SUBJECTED TO WET CONDITIONS, RESULTING IN THE MOTORCYCLE INADVERTENTLY LOSING POWER.
12V310000 · 254 units · ZERO MOTORCYCLES INC.
- Jun 29, 2012Crash risk2011 Zero DS, 2011 Zero MXD, 2011 Zero S and 6 other models — Exterior Lighting
ZERO MOTORCYCLES, INC. (ZERO) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 S, XU, AND DS MOTORCYCLES, MODEL YEAR 2011 MXD, AND XD MOTORCYCLES AND 2012 X MOTORCYCLES. THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH AT THE FRONT BRAKE LEVER MAY NOT ACTIVATE UNTIL SIGNIFICANT BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL OCCURS.
12V307000 · 450 units · ZERO MOTORCYCLES INC.
- May 16, 2011Crash risk2009–2010 Zero DS, 2009–2010 Zero S — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
ZERO MOTORCYCLES IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 ZERO S MOTORCYCLES BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 2, 2009 THROUGH DECEMBER 22, 2009; MODEL YEAR 2009 ZERO DS MOTORCYCLES BUILT FROM JULY 27, 2009 THROUGH DECEMBER 28, 2009; MODEL YEAR 2010 ZERO S MOTORCYCLES BUILT FROM FEBRUARY 1, 2010 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2011; AND MODEL YEAR 2010 ZERO DS MOTORCYCLES BUILT FROM JANUARY 20, 2010 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2011. THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER BRACKET MAY EXPERIENCE PERMANENT DEFORMATION WHEN SUBJECTED TO HIGH BRAKING LOADS. THIS CONDITION COULD INDUCE MISALIGNMENT OF THE FRONT BRAKE PADS WITH RESPECT TO THE FRONT BRAKE ROTOR.
11V282000 · 160 units · ZERO MOTORCYCLES INC.