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Zero DSP recalls by model year

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0 owner complaints analyzed

2 distinct recall campaigns

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Scope: 2012 to 2012 model years. Data snapshot: . 0 complaints include usable failure mileage.

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Recalls by model year

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Recall campaigns

Shared campaigns appear once in each affected model year.

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2012: 2

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Recall history

2 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.

13V635000 · Electrical System:Software

Reported: 2013-12-18 (December 18, 2013) · Model years: 2012

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.

Consequence: A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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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18V215000 · Hybrid Propulsion System | Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery

Reported: 2018-04-04 (April 4, 2018) · Model years: 2012

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.

Consequence: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Zero Motorcycles will notify owners and offer them a choice of either the repurchase of their motorcycle or a financial trade-assist towards a newer model year Zero Motorcycles motorcycle. The recall began on April 30, 2018. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-018-383. Note: Since owners are advised to no longer ride or charge the affected motorcycles, Zero Motorcycles dealers will arrange for the collection of the affected motorcycle at no charge to the owners.

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