2012 ZERO ZERO S Safety Overview
The 2012 ZERO ZERO S has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
- Electrical system:software
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for ZERO ZERO S owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Zero Motorcycles (Zero) is recalling all 2012 Zero S, Zero DS, and Zero DSP (Police) motorcycles.
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 18V215000: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Zero Motorcycles Inc.
A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 13V635000: A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Zero Motorcycles is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 S and DS motorcycles.
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.
NHTSA Recall 13V329000: If a front caliper bolt fractures, the caliper may come loose and interfere... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Zero Motorcycles, Inc.
A loss of power could lead to a crash and potential injury or death of the rider.
NHTSA Recall 12V455000: A loss of power could lead to a crash and potential injury or death of the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
ZERO MOTORCYCLES, INC.
SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER CAN LEAD TO A CRASH AND POTENTIAL INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.
NHTSA Recall 12V310000: SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER CAN LEAD TO A CRASH AND POTENTIAL INJURY OR DEATH TO... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
ZERO MOTORCYCLES, INC.
THE BRAKE LIGHT MAY NOT ACTIVATE WHEN A MODERATE AMOUNT OF FRONT BRAKE IS APPLIED. AS SUCH, MOTORISTS TRAVELING BEHIND THE MOTORCYCLE MAY NOT BE ALERTED WHEN AN AFFECTED MOTORCYCLE IS SLOWING DOWN, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A POSSIBLE CRASH AND POTENTIAL INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.
NHTSA Recall 12V307000: THE BRAKE LIGHT MAY NOT ACTIVATE WHEN A MODERATE AMOUNT OF FRONT BRAKE IS... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.