NHTSA Recall 14V119000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)
Zero Motorcycles Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 94 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Zero Ds.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V119000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE |
| Report received | March 12, 2014 |
| Owner notification | April 11, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Zero Motorcycles, Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2014 Zero SR motorcycles manufactured December 30, 2013, through February 20, 2014, 2014 Zero S motorcycles manufactured December 26, 2013, through February 18, 2014, Zero DS motorcycles manufactured January 24, 2013, through February 4, 2014, and 2014 Zero FX motorcycles manufactured January 14, 2014, through January 27, 2014. Due to a possible manufacturing defect, the motor rotor may contact the stator while riding.
Safety risk
If the rotor contacts the stator, the motor could seize, locking up the rear wheel which could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Zero will notify owners, and dealers will test the motor and if it fails testing, replace it, free of charge. The recall began in April 11, 2014. Owners may contact Zero at 1-888-786-9316 (1-888-RUN-ZERO).
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 14V119000
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.