Zero Motorcycles Ds: Brake Light May Fail

Zero Motorcycles is recalling approximately 490 motorcycles (DS, S, XU, MXD, and XD models) because the brake light switch may not activate when the rider applies moderate front braking. This could prevent drivers behind the motorcycle from seeing that it's slowing down, increasing crash risk. The company will replace the brake light switch with one that activates at the correct point.

Recalling firm

ZERO MOTORCYCLES

Product

Vehicles: ZERO MOTORCYCLES DS, ZERO MOTORCYCLES S, ZERO MOTORCYCLES XU, ZERO MOTORCYCLES MXD, ZERO MOTORCYCLES XD. Units affected: 490

Reason

The brake lever travel range specification has been deemed to be too broad to ensure that the switch actuation point and corresponding brake-light activation will occur prior to moderate front brake application. This condition could lead to the brake-light not activating when moderate front braking is applied. Failure of the brake-light to activate when slowing down the motorcycle using moderate front braking may cause a hazard to drivers behind the motorcycle. This could lead to a possible crash and potential injury or death of the rider. Remedy: Replacement of the front brake system...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2012-08-03

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/128a78e4-fac2-4f3f-a994-5beb791c6423