The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·20V704000·Announced 2020-11-13

Zero Motorcycles Recalls 2020 SR/F and SR/S Models for Brake Switch Defect

Zero Motorcycles is recalling 2020 SR/F and SR/S motorcycles because water can enter the front brake switch, preventing the brake light from illuminating and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake switch failure) that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Zero Motorcycles Inc. is recalling certain 2020 SR/F and SR/S motorcycles due to a defect in the front brake switch. The switch can fail if water enters the component. This failure results in an inoperable front brake switch, meaning the brake light will not illuminate when the rider applies the front brakes. Additionally, the motorcycle's cruise control will not shut off when the front brakes are applied.

These conditions increase the risk of a crash because following vehicles may not realize the motorcycle is braking. Zero will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake switch free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2020.

Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-021-020. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
ZERO SR/F, SR/S
Brand
ZERO
Manufacturer
Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
659

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)

  • SR/F
  • SR/S

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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