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Zero Motorcycles - Motorcycle may quit while running
Official notice
18 Dec 2013
Last checked
18 Dec 2013
An official NHTSA notice concerns Zero Motorcycles - Motorcycle may quit while running. A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash. Published 2013-12-18.
What to do now
Zero will notify owners, and dealers will update the controller firmware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-january 2014. Owners may contact zero at 1-888-786-9376.
Units affected
667
Recall number
NR (Not Reported)
Official notice
2013-12-18
The hazard
The hazard
A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash.
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Brand: Zero Motorcycles. Contact: Zero Motorcycles Inc..
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Documents, notices & source
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