2015 ZERO DS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 ZERO DS
The 2015 ZERO DS has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2015 ZERO DS
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2015 ZERO DS, potentially affecting up to 288 vehicles.
Recall 16V610000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
| 96 vehicles affected
Defect: Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2015 SR, S, DS, and FX motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have a DC-DC converter that may have insufficient output power. During high power demand, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) may not function properly.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Zero has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the DC-DC converters, replacing ones of a specific type as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 16, 2016. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for...
View full details →Recall 16V610000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 96 vehicles affected
Defect: Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2015 SR, S, DS, and FX motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have a DC-DC converter that may have insufficient output power. During high power demand, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) may not function properly.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Zero has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the DC-DC converters, replacing ones of a specific type as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 16, 2016. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for...
View full details →Recall 16V610000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
| 96 vehicles affected
Defect: Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2015 SR, S, DS, and FX motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have a DC-DC converter that may have insufficient output power. During high power demand, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) may not function properly.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Zero has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the DC-DC converters, replacing ones of a specific type as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 16, 2016. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 ZERO DS
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 ZERO DS. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
POSSIBLY RELATED TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 16V610000. ELECTRICAL PPWER CUT OFF. IT SHUT OFF LIGHTS, PANEL INSTRUMENT, MOTOR.
Safety Rating for the 2015 ZERO DS
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 ZERO DS in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 ZERO DS
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 ZERO DS
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the ZERO DS
- 2010 ZERO DS — 0 complaints
- 2011 ZERO DS — 0 complaints
- 2012 ZERO DS — 4 complaints
- 2013 ZERO DS — 1 complaint
- 2014 ZERO DS — 0 complaints
- 2015 ZERO DS (current)
- 2017 ZERO DS — 0 complaints
- 2018 ZERO DS — 0 complaints