The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·13V257000·Announced 2013-06-20

Zero Motorcycles Recalls 2013 FX and XU Models for Battery Defect

Zero Motorcycles is recalling 2013 FX and XU motorcycles because a battery sealant defect may allow water penetration, potentially causing burns.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (potential burn injury) where no specific injuries or illnesses have been reported in the source text, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Zero Motorcycles Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 FX and XU motorcycles. The recall covers FX models manufactured between January 28, 2013, and May 21, 2013, and XU models manufactured between January 16, 2013, and May 20, 2013.

A manufacturing defect in the battery sealant material may allow water to penetrate the battery and contact the cells. This water penetration can lead to corrosion of the cells, which may result in a rapid temperature increase and off-gassing of the electrolyte, potentially causing a burn to the rider.

Zero will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery modules free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2013. Owners may contact Zero Motorcycles at 1-888-786-9376 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ZERO FX, XU
Brand
ZERO
Manufacturer
Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
128

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • FX
  • XU

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same brand · ZERO

Same manufacturer · Zero Motorcycles Inc.

See all →

Same hazard · burn injury

See all →