The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·17V145000·Announced 2017-03-07

Zero Motorcycles Recalls 2017 S, DS, and FXS Models for ABS Defect

Zero Motorcycles is recalling 2017 S, DS, and FXS motorcycles because the Anti-Lock Braking System may function improperly, increasing crash risk.

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 (braking system) that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Zero Motorcycles Inc. is recalling certain 2017 S, DS, and FXS motorcycles. The recall involves 61 vehicles where the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may contain incorrect vehicle model information. This defect can cause the ABS to function improperly during braking events, which increases the risk of a crash.

Dealers will reconfigure the HCU or replace it as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ZERO S, DS, FXS
Brand
ZERO
Manufacturer
Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
61

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 (3)

  • S
  • DS
  • FXS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same brand · ZERO

Same manufacturer · Zero Motorcycles Inc.

See all →

Same hazard · braking defect

See all →

Similar recalls