Zero problems, complaints & recalls
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
Owners have filed 9 safety complaints with NHTSA about Zero vehicles in our database, and Zero has issued 22 recall campaigns. Pick a model to see its problem areas and worst model years.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 22
- Models
- 19
Zero models with the most complaints
- 2 complaints
- 2 complaints
- 1 complaints
- 1 complaints
- 0 complaints
- 0 complaints
- 0 complaints
All Zero models
| Model | Years | Complaints | Recalls | Most complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zero FX | 2013–2021 | 2 | 6 | — |
| Zero S | 2009–2026 | 2 | 10 | — |
| Zero Sr/s | 2020–2022 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Zero DS | 2009–2025 | 1 | 12 | — |
| Zero DSR | 2018–2025 | 1 | 5 | — |
| Zero Sr/f | 2020–2022 | 1 | 4 | — |
| Zero DSP | 2012 | 0 | 2 | — |
| Zero Dsrp | 2024–2025 | 0 | 3 | — |
| Zero Dsr/x | 2023–2025 | 0 | 4 | — |
| Zero FXS | 2017–2021 | 0 | 3 | — |
| Zero MXD | 2011 | 0 | 1 | — |
| Zero SR | 2014–2022 | 0 | 6 | — |
| Zero X | 2012 | 0 | 2 | — |
| Zero XD | 2011 | 0 | 1 | — |
| Zero XU | 2011–2013 | 0 | 3 | — |
| Zero XU-Lsm | 2012 | 0 | 1 | — |
| Zero Zero DS | 2012 | 0 | 6 | — |
| Zero Zero S | 2012 | 0 | 6 | — |
| Zero Zero XU | 2012 | 0 | 3 | — |
Recent Zero recalls
Risk: A loss of brake pressure can reduce braking ability and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of brake pressure will reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loose caliper may reduce braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: The incorrect rear brake pads may not work as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: The loose bolts may damage the caliper or swingarm, reducing rear braking capability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An inoperable front brake switch will not illuminate the brake light when the rider applies the front brakes. Following vehicles may not realize the motorcycle is braking. Cruise control will not shut off with the application of the front brakes. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: The DC-DC converter can shut off when its power capacity is exceeded, shutting off the ABS, instruments, and lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
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