2015 ZERO FX — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 ZERO FX
The 2015 ZERO FX has received a total of 4 safety complaints 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 problems involve the Electrical System (2 complaints), Exterior Lighting (1 complaint), and Fuelpropulsion System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2015 ZERO FX
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2015 ZERO FX, 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 FX
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 ZERO FX. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Zero FX started smoking and burst into flames last month. I have serious burns on my right thigh requiring multiple skin grafts. I been complaining for months that the batteries were getting hot when charging and that this was the same thing that happened to a former colleague in Seattle. Zero picked up the FX (some dealer or Zero employee) and refuses to return it demanding I take a $10000 settlement and sign a agreement to keep silent. I hear this has happened to others. It is not their vehicle and something is very wrong with this demand and their attempt to silence me.
Zero FX started smoking and burst into flames last month. I have serious burns on my right thigh requiring multiple skin grafts. I been complaining for months that the batteries were getting hot when charging and that this was the same thing that happened to a former colleague in Seattle. Zero picked up the FX (some dealer or Zero employee) and refuses to return it demanding I take a $10000 settlement and sign a agreement to keep silent. I hear this has happened to others. It is not their vehicle and something is very wrong with this demand and their attempt to silence me.
IN JUNE OF 2017, WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE, I NOTICED THE TURN SIGNAL DID NOT WORK. I CHECKED THE HEADLIGHT AND IT WAS OFF ALSO, MEANING ALL THE LIGHTS WERE DEAD. AFTER IT SAT FOR 2 HOURS THE LIGHTS RESUMED FUNCTIONING. A WEEK LATER I NOTICED THEY QUIT AGAIN. THEN I PARKED THE MOTORCYCLE FOR CONCERN OVER MY SAFETY. OVER THE LAST 6 MONTHS IT HAS NOT LEFT MY GARAGE EXCEPT FOR A TRIP TO THE DEALER, WHO REFUSED TO LOOK AT THE PROBLEM. I HAVE RANDOMLY TURNED THE KEY ON AS IT HAS REMAINED PARKED. SOMETIMES I HAVE LIGHTS, SOMETIMES I DO NOT. THE MOTORCYCLE HASN'T MOVED, WEATHER IS NOT AN ISSUE. THROUGH MY OWN DIAGNOSIS, WITH ONLINE HELP, I BELIEVE THE ISSUE TO BE THE DC/DC CONVERTER SIGNAL FROM THE MAIN BIKE BOARD. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED BY PHONE AND EMAIL, AND HAS IGNORED ME, THE LOCAL DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED IN PERSON AND BY PHONE, AND HAS IGNORED ME. I HAVE AN UNSAFE VEHICLE THAT IS JUST OVER 2 YEARS OLD WITH 3227 MILES ON IT.
IN JUNE OF 2017, WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE, I NOTICED THE TURN SIGNAL DID NOT WORK. I CHECKED THE HEADLIGHT AND IT WAS OFF ALSO, MEANING ALL THE LIGHTS WERE DEAD. AFTER IT SAT FOR 2 HOURS THE LIGHTS RESUMED FUNCTIONING. A WEEK LATER I NOTICED THEY QUIT AGAIN. THEN I PARKED THE MOTORCYCLE FOR CONCERN OVER MY SAFETY. OVER THE LAST 6 MONTHS IT HAS NOT LEFT MY GARAGE EXCEPT FOR A TRIP TO THE DEALER, WHO REFUSED TO LOOK AT THE PROBLEM. I HAVE RANDOMLY TURNED THE KEY ON AS IT HAS REMAINED PARKED. SOMETIMES I HAVE LIGHTS, SOMETIMES I DO NOT. THE MOTORCYCLE HASN'T MOVED, WEATHER IS NOT AN ISSUE. THROUGH MY OWN DIAGNOSIS, WITH ONLINE HELP, I BELIEVE THE ISSUE TO BE THE DC/DC CONVERTER SIGNAL FROM THE MAIN BIKE BOARD. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED BY PHONE AND EMAIL, AND HAS IGNORED ME, THE LOCAL DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED IN PERSON AND BY PHONE, AND HAS IGNORED ME. I HAVE AN UNSAFE VEHICLE THAT IS JUST OVER 2 YEARS OLD WITH 3227 MILES ON IT.
Safety Rating for the 2015 ZERO FX
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 ZERO FX in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 ZERO FX
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 ZERO FX
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the ZERO FX
- 2013 ZERO FX — 0 complaints
- 2014 ZERO FX — 0 complaints
- 2015 ZERO FX (current)
- 2016 ZERO FX — 2 complaints
- 2018 ZERO FX — 0 complaints
- 2020 ZERO FX — 2 complaints