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Zero Dsr/X Recall 25V834: Motor controller may lose drive power, raising crash risk

NHTSA campaign 25V834, reported December 2, 2025, 7 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The motor controller on certain 2023 DSR/X motorcycles may have been built with incorrect fasteners. This can increase resistance at the busbar joint, causing a loss of drive power while riding.

Losing drive power suddenly increases the risk of a crash. If you own a 2023 DSR/X, check whether your VIN is included in this recall, which can be searched on NHTSA.gov. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2026.

Dealers will replace the motor controller free of charge. You can also contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085, referencing recall number SV-RCL-025-021.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V834Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER
Problem
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2023 DSR/X motorcycles. The motor controller may have been built with incorrect fasteners, causing higher resistance at the busbar joint and a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the controller, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2026. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-RCL-025-021. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 19, 2025.

Affected vehicles

Zero Dsr/X2023