INFINITI FX 2013: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY
| Make : INFINITI | Model : FX | Year : 2013 |
| Build Dates : 2013-01-28 - 2013-05-21 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 13V257000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2013-06-26 | Date Received by ODI: 2013-06-20 | Date Added to Database: 2013-06-25 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Zero Motorcycles Inc. | ||
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| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 128 | ||
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Summary:
Zero Motorcycles Inc. "Zero" is recalling certain model year 2013 FX motorcycles manufactured January 28, 2013, through May 21, 2013; and model year 2013 XU motorcycles manufactured January 16, 2013, through May 20, 2013. A manufacturing defect with the sealant material in the battery may allow water to penetrate the battery and contact the cells. |
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Consequence:
Water penetration into the battery may lead to corrosion of the cells, possibly resulting in a rapid temperature increase and off-gassing of the cells' electrolyte which may cause a burn to the rider. |
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Remedy:
Zero will notify owners and dealers will replace the battery modules, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2013. Owners may contact Zero motorcycles at 1-888-786-9376. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
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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. |
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