Recall 12V310000: 2012 Zero X and 1 other model
- Report received
- Jul 2, 2012
- Manufacturer
- Zero motorcycles inc.
- Potentially affected
- 254vehicles
- Model years
- 2012
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
Zero motorcycles, inc. (zero) is recalling certain model year 2012 s, ds, x, xu, and xu-lsm motorcycles. Insufficient weatherproofing may cause a short circuit of the battery management system when subjected to wet conditions, resulting in the motorcycle inadvertently losing power.
Possible consequence
Sudden loss of power can lead to a crash and potential injury or death to the rider.
Remedy
Zero will notify owners, and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on july 31, 2012. Owners may contact zero motorcycles, inc. At 1-888-786-9376.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2012 Zero X1 complaints
- 2012 Zero Zero S1 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.