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NHTSA Recall 21V940000: Pads (service brakes)

Zero Motorcycles Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Zero SR.

45
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2022
owners notified (January 10)
NHTSA campaign21V940000
Manufacturer campaignSV-ZMC-022-018
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › PADS
Report receivedDecember 3, 2021
Owner notificationJanuary 10, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Zero Motorcycles, Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2022 SR, SR/F, and SR/S motorcycles. The incorrect rear brake pads were installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 122, "Motorcycle Brake System."

Safety risk

The incorrect rear brake pads may not work as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the rear brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2021. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall SV-ZMC-022-018.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V940000

Make and modelModel years
Zero SR2022
Zero Sr/f2022
Zero Sr/s2022

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.