NHTSA Recall 17V145000: Service brakes, hydraulic: control unit/module and antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (service brakes)
Zero Motorcycles Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 61 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Zero Ds.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V145000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SV-ZMC-017-363 |
| Components | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP |
| Report received | March 7, 2017 |
| Owner notification | March 13, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2017 S, DS, and FXS motorcycles. The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may have the wrong vehicle model information, possibly causing the ABS to function improperly.
Safety risk
If the ABS does not function properly in a braking event, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Zero will notify owners and dealers will reconfigure the HCU, or replace it as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for the recall is SV-ZMC-017-363.
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 17V145000
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.