The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·25V834000·Announced 2025-12-02

Zero Recalls 2023 DSR/X Motorcycles Due to Motor Controller Defect

Zero Motorcycles is recalling 2023 DSR/X motorcycles because incorrect fasteners in the motor controller may cause a loss of drive power, 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 structural vehicle defect (motor controller) that poses a risk of harm (crash) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Zero Motorcycles Inc. is recalling certain 2023 DSR/X motorcycles. The recall addresses a defect in the motor controller, which may have been built with incorrect fasteners. This issue can cause higher resistance at the busbar joint, leading to 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.

Dealers will replace the controller free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 19, 2026. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-RCL-025-021. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 19, 2025.

The recalled product

Product
ZERO DSR/X
Brand
ZERO
Manufacturer
Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
7

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 (1)

  • DSR/X

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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