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2013 ZERO FX

2 recalls — 0 complaints — 5 TSBs

13V635000 Dec 18, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 XU, S, DS, and model year 2013 FX motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have controller firmware that, as a result of certain system faults, may shut off power to the motor.
Consequence
A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Zero will notify owners, and dealers will update the controller firmware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-January 2014. Owners may contact Zero at 1-888-786-9376.
667 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Zero Motorcycles Inc.
13V257000 Jun 20, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2013 FX motorcycles manufactured January 28, 2013, through May 21, 2013; and model year 2013 XU motorcycles manufactured January 16, 2013, through May 20, 2013. A manufacturing defect with the sealant material in the battery may allow wat... Read more
Consequence
Water penetration into the battery may lead to corrosion of the cells, possibly resulting in a rapid temperature increase and off-gassing of the cells' electrolyte which may cause a burn to the rider.
Remedy
Zero will notify owners and dealers will replace the battery modules, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2013. Owners may contact Zero motorcycles at 1-888-786-9376.
128 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Zero Motorcycles Inc.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2013 ZERO FX

5 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
350000 EQUIPMENT2
100000 POWER TRAIN1
ZMDN 83022 Aug 30, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Cypher II Firmware Update Notice
SV-ZMC-018-382 Jan 23, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
MY13 Module FET Board Replacement Instruction Sheet - Service instructions describing the replacement procedures for the module FET board in a 2013 ZF2.8 Power Pack module. Released to dealers to augment the available service manual and not
SV-ZMC-018-382 Jan 23, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MY13 Module FET Board Replacement Instruction Sheet - Service instructions describing the replacement procedures for the module FET board in a 2013 ZF2.8 Power Pack module. Released to dealers to augment the available service manual and not
No comms 2021-11 Dec 6, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for November 2021 for Zero Motorcycles Inc.
No comms 2021-12 Jan 4, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for December 2021 for Zero Motorcycles Inc.

ZERO FX — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the ZERO FX across all model years (2013–2021).

6 Total Recalls
8 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
2 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

ZERO FX — Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
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2015 1 4 View
2014 1 0 View
2013 (current) 2 0

Other ZERO Models

Model Recalls Complaints
DS 0 0 View
DSP 0 0 View
DSR 0 0 View
DSR/X 0 0 View
DSRP 0 0 View
FXE 0 0 View
FXP 0 0 View
FXS 0 0 View