Zero DSR problems & recalls

Problem: Zero motorcycles inc. (zero) is recalling certain 2024-2025 dsr/x, ds, dsr, and dsrp motorcycles. the front brake hose may be twisted and become damaged, which can cause a brake fluid leak and a loss of brake pressure.

Risk: A loss of brake pressure can reduce braking ability and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the hose as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed february 23, 2026. owners may contact zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. zero's number for this recall is sv-rcl-025-017.2. vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on nhtsa.gov on february 27, 2026.

Problem: Zero motorcycles inc. (zero) is recalling certain 2023-2024 dsr/x, 2024 ds, dsr, and dsrp motorcycles. improperly routed key switch signal wires may break, causing a loss of drive power.

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: The firmware will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed september 26, 2025. owners may contact zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. zero's number for this recall is sv-rcl-025-018.

Problem: Zero motorcycles inc. (zero) is recalling certain 2024 dsr/x, ds, dsr, and dsrp motorcycles. the front brake hose may be twisted and become damaged, which can cause a brake fluid leak and a loss of brake pressure.

Risk: A loss of brake pressure will reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the hose as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were be mailed july 28, 2025. owners may contact zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. zero's number for this recall is sv-rcl-025-017.

Problem: Zero motorcycle inc. (zero) is recalling certain 2021 sr, s, dsr, ds, fx, and fxs motorcycles. the dc-dc converter has an insufficient power output margin to operate the anti-lock braking system (abs), instruments, lights, indicators, and any accessories that are connected to the accessory outlet at once.

Risk: The dc-dc converter can shut off when its power capacity is exceeded, shutting off the abs, instruments, and lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Zero will notify owners, and dealers will replace the dc-dc converter, free of charge. the recall began october 26, 2020. owners may contact zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. zero's number for this recall is sv-zmc-021-019.

Problem: Zero motorcycles inc. (zero) is recalling certain 2018 s zf13.0, s zf7.2, sr zf14.4, ds zf13.0, dsr zf14.4, fx zf7.2, and fxs zf7.2 motorcycles. the information on the vehicle emission control information (veci) label may indicate the wrong model year. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."

Risk: If the affected 2018 motorcycles are ever subject to a recall, the owner may not realize the safety risk because of the misstated model year.

Fix: Zero will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect label with a corrected label, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in december 2017. owners may contact zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. zero's number for this recall is sv-zmc-017-380.