Zero Motorcycles Recalls 2023-2024 Models Due to Wiring Defect
Zero Motorcycles is recalling 2023-2024 DSR, DSR/X, DS, and DSRP models because improperly routed wires may break, causing a loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.
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 (loss of drive power increasing crash risk) where no injuries or fatalities have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.
Plain-English summary
Zero Motorcycles Inc. is recalling certain 2023-2024 DSR/X, 2024 DS, DSR, and DSRP motorcycles. The recall addresses improperly routed key switch signal wires that may break, resulting in a loss of drive power.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.
Owners will receive notification letters mailed on September 26, 2025. Dealers will update the firmware free of charge, or the update may be applied via an over-the-air (OTA) update. Owners can contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's recall number is SV-RCL-025-018.
The recalled product
- Product
- ZERO DS, DSR, DSR/X, DSRP
- Brand
- ZERO
- Manufacturer
- Zero Motorcycles Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Motorcycle
- Affected units
- 319
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)
- DS
- DSR
- DSR/X
- DSRP
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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