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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 11V282📅 May 16, 2011

2009–2010 Zero DS & 2009–2010 Zero S recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

Zero motorcycles is recalling certain model year 2009 zero S motorcycles built from september 2, 2009 through december 22, 2009; model year 2009 zero DS motorcycles built from july 27, 2009 through december 28, 2009; model year 2010 zero S motorcycles built from february 1, 2010 through march 31, 2011; and model year 2010 zero DS motorcycles built from january 20, 2010 through march 31, 2011. The front brake caliper bracket may experience permanent deformation when subjected to high braking loads. This condition could induce misalignment of the front brake pads with respect to the front brake rotor.

💥 The risk

Misalignment of the brake pads in relation to the rotor may cause reduced front braking performance, which could lead to a possible crash and potential injury or death of the rider.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the front brake caliper bracket with a re-designed component, and replace the front brake pads in case the existing pads experienced abnormal wear. The front brake fluid will also be inspected and, if signs of overheating are noted, it will be replaced and the system will be flushed. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 31, 2011. Owners may contact zero motorcycles at 1-888-786-9376 ext 45.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
11V282000
Manufacturer
ZERO MOTORCYCLES INC.
Vehicles affected
160
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Owner phone
1-888-786-9376
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 31, 2011
Built
Sep 2, 2009 – Dec 22, 2009
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also 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 .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 11V282 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 11V282?

2009–2010 Zero DS & 2009–2010 Zero S. 160 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Zero dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-888-786-9376.