Recall 12V455000 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL Defect in 2012-2012 ZERO ZERO DS
RECALL This recall affects up to 315 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 12V455000 |
| Manufacturer | ZERO MOTORCYCLES INC. |
| Vehicles Affected | 315 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
A loss of power could lead to a crash and potential injury or death of the rider.
Remedy
Zero Motorcycles will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the motorcycle's motor controller free of charge. The safety recall began on September 28, 2012. Owners may contact Zero Motorcycles, Inc. at 1-888-786-9376.
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