Recalls for 2012 Zero Zero Xu

DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Posted on: 2012-07-02
Description
Zero motorcycles, inc.  (zero) is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 s, xu, and ds motorcycles, model year 2011 mxd, and xd motorcycles and 2012 x motorcycles.  The brake light switch at the front brake lever may not activate until significant brake lever travel occurs.  

Consequence
The brake light may not activate when a moderate amount of front brake is applied.  As such, motorists traveling behind the motorcycle may not be alerted when an affected motorcycle is slowing down, which could lead to a possible crash and potential injury or death to the rider.  

Corrective Action
Zero will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front brake system brake-light switch free of charge.  The safety recall began on august 3, 2012.  Owners may contact zero motorcycles at 1-831-438-3500.

Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY

Posted on: 2012-07-02
Description
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.

Consequence
Sudden loss of power can lead to a crash and potential injury or death to the rider.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Customers may contact the national highwaytraffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go tohttp://www.safercar.gov.