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2012 Zero Zero S Electrical problems

No owner has filed a complaint about the 2012 Zero Zero S's electrical system with NHTSA. Dead batteries, warning lights, wiring, alternators, infotainment and electronic module failures.

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Electrical recalls for the 2012 Zero Zero S

Electrical system: 12v / 24v / 48v battery

18V215000218 vehicles affected

Do not drive
The problem
Zero Motorcycles (Zero) is recalling all 2012 Zero S, Zero DS, and Zero DSP (Police) motorcycles. Cell pouches in the battery packs may wear from contact with the holders, allowing humidity to enter the pouch and cause an electrical short within the battery.
The risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Zero Motorcycles will notify owners and offer them a choice of either the repurchase of their motorcycle or a financial trade-assist towards a newer model year Zero Motorcycles motorcycle. The recall began on April 30, 2018. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-018-383. Note: Since owners are advised to no longer ride or charge the affected motorcycles, Zero Motorcycles dealers will arrange for the collection of the affected motorcycle at no charge to the owners.

Electrical system: software

13V635000667 vehicles affected

The problem
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 XU, S, DS, and model year 2013 FX motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have controller firmware that, as a result of certain system faults, may shut off power to the motor.
The risk
A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Zero will notify owners, and dealers will update the controller firmware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-January 2014. Owners may contact Zero at 1-888-786-9376.

Electrical system: 12v / 24v / 48v battery

12V310000254 vehicles affected

The problem
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.
The risk
Sudden loss of power can lead to a crash and potential injury or death to the rider.
The fix
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.

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