Zero Motorcycles Recalls 2011-2012 Models Due to Front Caliper Bolt Fracture Risk
Zero Motorcycles is recalling 268 model year 2011 and 2012 S and DS motorcycles because front caliper mounting bolts may crack and fracture, potentially causing the front wheel to stop suddenly.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (front caliper bolts) that could cause the front wheel to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Zero Motorcycles Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 S and DS motorcycles. The recall involves 268 vehicles. The affected models include the 2011 S, 2011 DS, 2012 S, and 2012 DS.
On the affected motorcycles, the front caliper mounting bolts are susceptible to corrosion, which could lead to their cracking and possible fracture. If a front caliper bolt fractures, the caliper may come loose and interfere with the rotation of the front wheel. This could cause the front wheel to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Zero Motorcycles will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front caliper bolts. The recall began on August 16, 2013. Owners may contact Zero Motorcycles at 1-888-841-8085 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- ZERO ZERO DS, S, DS, ZERO S
- Brand
- ZERO
- Manufacturer
- Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Motorcycle
- Affected units
- 268
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 (4)
- ZERO DS
- S
- DS
- ZERO S
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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