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Zero FX Recall 13V257: Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery

NHTSA campaign 13V257, reported June 20, 2013, 128 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 13V257Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Problem
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2013 FX motorcycles manufactured January 28, 2013, through May 21, 2013; and model year 2013 XU motorcycles manufactured January 16, 2013, through May 20, 2013. A manufacturing defect with the sealant material in the battery may allow water to penetrate the battery and contact the cells.
Risk
Water penetration into the battery may lead to corrosion of the cells, possibly resulting in a rapid temperature increase and off-gassing of the cells' electrolyte which may cause a burn to the rider.
Remedy
Zero will notify owners and dealers will replace the battery modules, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2013. Owners may contact Zero motorcycles at 1-888-786-9376.
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.

Affected vehicles

Zero FX2013
Zero XU2013