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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 14V119📅 Mar 18, 2014

2014 Zero DS & 2014 Zero FX + 2 more recall: engine

⚠️ What's wrong

Zero Motorcycles, Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2014 Zero SR motorcycles manufactured December 30, 2013, through February 20, 2014, 2014 Zero S motorcycles manufactured December 26, 2013, through February 18, 2014, Zero DS motorcycles manufactured January 24, 2013, through February 4, 2014, and 2014 Zero FX motorcycles manufactured January 14, 2014, through January 27, 2014. Due to a possible manufacturing defect, the motor rotor may contact the stator while riding.

💥 The risk

If the rotor contacts the stator, the motor could seize, locking up the rear wheel which could increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Zero will notify owners, and dealers will test the motor and if it fails testing, replace it, free of charge. The recall began in April 11, 2014. Owners may contact Zero at 1-888-786-9316 (1-888-RUN-ZERO).

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
14V119000
Manufacturer
Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Vehicles affected
94
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Owner phone
1-888-786-9316
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 11, 2014
Built
Dec 26, 2013 – Feb 18, 2014
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 14V119 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 14V119?

2014 Zero DS & 2014 Zero FX + 2 more. 94 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 1-888-786-9316.