Recall 12V307000: 2011 Zero DS, 2011 Zero MXD, 2011 Zero S +6 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 29, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 450
- Models
- 9
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
The brake light may not activate when a moderate amount of front brake is applied. As such, motorists traveling behind the motorcycle may not be alerted when an affected motorcycle is slowing down, which could lead to a possible crash and potential injury or death to the rider.
The fix
Zero will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front brake system brake-light switch free of charge. The safety recall began on august 3, 2012. Owners may contact zero motorcycles at 1-831-438-3500.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Zero DS
- 2011 Zero MXD
- 2011 Zero S
- 2012 Zero X
- 2011 Zero XD
- 2011 Zero XU
- 2012 Zero Zero DS
- 2012 Zero Zero S
- 2012 Zero Zero XU
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V307000
- Manufacturer
- ZERO MOTORCYCLES INC.
- Owner letters
- Aug 3, 2012
- Components
- Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch (Lighting)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology