Zero FX problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 6 recalls on file for the Zero FX (2013–2021).

Complaints
2
Recalls
6
Model years
6
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

20132014120152018120202021
NHTSA complaints per Zero FX model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Zero FX model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2021 FX00001—
2020 FX10000Electrical System
2018 FX00001—
2015 FX10111Electrical System
2014 FX00001—
2013 FX00002—

Most common Zero FX problem areas (all years)

  • Electrical System
    2 complaints
  • Engine
    1 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    1 complaints

Zero FX recalls

  • Recall 20V640000Oct 15, 202064 vehiclesModel years 2021

    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.

  • Recall 17V762000Nov 28, 201736 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If the affected 2018 motorcycles are ever subject to a recall, the owner may not realize the safety risk because of the misstated model year.

  • Recall 16V610000Aug 22, 201696 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the converter power output is insufficient, during an ABS activated event, the ABS and all vehicle lights would temporarily stop functioning, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V119000Mar 12, 201494 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the rotor contacts the stator, the motor could seize, locking up the rear wheel which could increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 13V635000Dec 18, 2013667 vehiclesModel years 2013

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

  • Recall 13V257000Jun 20, 2013128 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: Water penetration into the battery may lead to corrosion of the cells, possibly resulting in a rapid temperature increase and off-gassing of the cells' electrolyte which may cause a burn to the rider.

Other Zero models

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