NHTSA Campaign 13V329000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Issued by Zero Motorcycles Inc. · Reported Jul 30, 2013 · 268 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Zero Motorcycles is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 S and DS motorcycles. On the affected motorcycles, the front caliper mounting bolts are susceptible to corrosion which could lead to their cracking and possible fracture.
Consequence
If a front caliper bolt fractures, the caliper may come loose and interfere with the rotation of the front wheel. This could cause the front wheel to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Zero Motorcycles will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front caliper bolts. The recall BEGAN ON August 16, 2013. Owners may contact Zero Motorcycles at 1-888-841-8085.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZERO | DS | 2011 | 268 |
| ZERO | S | 2011 | 268 |
| ZERO | ZERO DS | 2012 | 268 |
| ZERO | ZERO S | 2012 | 268 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V329000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.