Recall 09V177000: 2008 ZAP Xebra

Report received

May 26, 2009

Manufacturer

Qingqi group motorcycle co., ltd

Potentially affected

738vehicles

Model years

2008

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Qingqi is recalling 738 my 2008 zap xebra motorcycles manufactured between january and december 2008. These motorcycles do not conform to the stopping distance requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems."

Possible consequence

These motorcycles require longer distances to stop than the standard allows. Extended stopping distances may result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Qingqi will notify owners and zap dealers will inspect and replace the brake rotors, pads, master cylinders, and front tire if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on september 21, 2009. Owners may contact zap toll-free at 1-800-251-4555.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2008 ZAP Xebra44 complaints