ZERO FX 2013: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V257000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| ZERO | FX | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-06-26 | 2013-06-20 | 2013-06-25 |
Production Dates: 2013-01-28 - 2013-05-21
Manufacturers Involved: Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 128
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
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.
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.
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.
