2012 Zero Zero S Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2012 Zero Zero S has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Wheels (1 report).

6Recalls
1Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2012 Zero Zero S recalls

Battery Cells May Short and Cause Fire, Stop Riding

Recall 18V215Apr 4, 2018218 vehicles affected

Cell pouches inside the battery packs can wear from rubbing against their holders.

Electrical System:Software

Recall 13V635Dec 18, 2013667 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper

Recall 13V329Jul 30, 2013268 vehicles affected

Equipment:Electrical

Recall 12V455Sep 17, 2012315 vehicles affected

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery

Recall 12V310Jul 2, 2012254 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Recall 12V307Jun 29, 2012450 vehicles affected

Most common 2012 Zero Zero S problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Wheels1

What owners report

2013-06-05, Wheels
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 ZERO ZERO S. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE FRONT WHEEL SUDDENLY SEIZED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO FLIP OVER THEN CRASH. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED ABOUT THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 600. *TR

2012 Zero Zero S questions

Does the 2012 Zero Zero S have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2012 Zero Zero S: Battery Cells May Short and Cause Fire, Stop Riding; Electrical System:Software; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper; Equipment:Electrical; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Zero Zero S?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Zero Zero S has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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