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NHTSA Recall 13V329000: Caliper (service brakes)

Zero Motorcycles Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 268 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Zero Ds.

268
vehicles potentially affected
4
models affected
2013
owners notified (August 16)
NHTSA campaign13V329000
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › CALIPER
Report receivedJuly 30, 2013
Owner notificationAugust 16, 2013
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Zero Motorcycles is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 S and DS motorcycles. On the affected motorcycles, the front caliper mounting bolts are susceptible to corrosion which could lead to their cracking and possible fracture.

Safety risk

If a front caliper bolt fractures, the caliper may come loose and interfere with the rotation of the front wheel. This could cause the front wheel to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Zero Motorcycles will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front caliper bolts. The recall BEGAN ON August 16, 2013. Owners may contact Zero Motorcycles at 1-888-841-8085.

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 covered by recall 13V329000

Make and modelModel years
Zero Ds2011
Zero S2011
Zero Zero DS2012
Zero Zero S2012

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.