- The problem
- Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2015 SR, S, DS, and FX motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have a DC-DC converter that may have insufficient output power. During high power demand, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) may not function properly.
- The risk
- If the converter power output is insufficient, during an ABS activated event, the ABS and all vehicle lights would temporarily stop functioning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Zero has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the DC-DC converters, replacing ones of a specific type as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 16, 2016. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-016-356.
Vehicle safety record
2015 Zero DS Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2015 Zero DS with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in August 2016 for the exterior lighting. For comparison, the 2014 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical DS year, for its age
#433 most complained-about 2015 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2015 Zero DS problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2015 Zero DS recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2015 Zero DS
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Possibly related to nhtsa campaign number 16v610000. Electrical ppwer cut off. It shut off lights, panel instrument, motor.
Zero DS: every year compared
All DS years2015 Zero DS vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Zero DS | 1 | 1 | C | |
| 2015 Zero FX | 2 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2015 Zero SR | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2015 Zero DS
Does the 2015 Zero DS have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Zero DS: exterior lighting (August 2016). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Zero DS?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 2015 Zero DS had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 21, 2018 and the latest on September 21, 2018. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2015 Zero DS a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 43 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Zero DS year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Zero DS years have the most complaints?
2012 (2), 2013 (1), 2015 (1). See every Zero DS year compared.
What should I do if my 2015 Zero DS has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data