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Zero SR Recall 21V940: Wrong rear brake pads may reduce braking, raising crash risk

NHTSA campaign 21V940, reported December 3, 2021, 45 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2022 Zero SR, SR/F, and SR/S motorcycles were built with the incorrect rear brake pads installed. These motorcycles do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 122 for motorcycle brake systems. The wrong pads may not work as intended, which increases the risk of a crash.

If you own one of these motorcycles, take it to an authorized Zero dealer, where the rear brake pads will be inspected and replaced free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2021. If you have questions, you can contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085.

You can also check your motorcycle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether this recall applies to your vehicle.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V940Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Problem
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."
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.

Affected vehicles

Zero SR2022
Zero Sr/F2022
Zero Sr/S2022