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2017 ZERO S

2 recalls — 0 complaints — 7 TSBs

17V436000 Jul 10, 2017
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:FLASHER UNIT
Defect Description
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2017 S ZF6.5, S ZF13.0, DSP ZF13.0, and SR ZF13.0 motorcycles. In the event that a turn signal stops working, the turn signal flasher may not change its flash rate to alert the operator. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements ... Read more
Consequence
If motorcycle is operated without knowing that a turn signal is not working, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Zero will notify owners and dealers will test the motorcycle's flasher, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2017. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for the recall is SV-ZMC-017-369.
10 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Zero Motorcycles Inc.
17V145000 Mar 7, 2017
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Defect Description
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2017 S, DS, and FXS motorcycles. The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may have the wrong vehicle model information, possibly causing the ABS to function improperly.
Consequence
If the ABS does not function properly in a braking event, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Zero will notify owners and dealers will reconfigure the HCU, or replace it as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for the recall is SV-ZMC-017-363.
61 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Zero Motorcycles Inc.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2017 ZERO S

7 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM4
350000 EQUIPMENT3
Chain Kit Recall Oct 24, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer notification of Chain Kit Recall (23E074).
Dealer News Nov 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Zero Motorcycles Dealer News 11.22.22 - New Firmware, Diag4Zero, Holiday Hours
ZMDN 83022 Aug 30, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Cypher II Firmware Update Notice
CypherIIFirmware Jun 28, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
A firmware update will be released tomorrow June 29 at 7am PT for MY17-MY23 Zero Motorcycles that operate on the Cypher II platform.
SV-ZMC-020-423 Jun 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Long-Term Storage Mode Firmware Update Service Campaign - Zero Motorcycles has determined that the battery management system (BMS) may not hibernate in model year 2017 and newer Zero SDS and Zero XMX platform motorcycles when they are store
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 S — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the ZERO S across all model years (2009–2021).

11 Total Recalls
9 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
1 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

ZERO S — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2021 1 0 View
2018 1 1 View
2017 (current) 2 0
2015 1 0 View
2014 1 0 View
2013 1 2 View
2012 0 1 View
2011 2 3 View
2010 1 2 View
2009 1 0 View

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
FX 0 0 View
FXE 0 0 View
FXP 0 0 View