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Zero Motorcycles Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall 10-702 · October 15, 2009 · Zero Motorcycles

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact Zero Motorcycles to schedule a free repair. Registered owners of the affected motorcycles have been mailed a direct notice.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
10-702 (CPSC)
Recall date
October 15, 2009
Brand
Zero Motorcycles
Category
Other consumer products
Products
Model Year 2009 Zero X and Zero MX Off-Road Motorcycles
Hazard
Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Hazard type
Poisoning and toxic substancesCrashes and loss of control
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 200
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
July 13, 2016

What was recalled

This recall involves the model year 2009 Zero X and Zero MX electric motorcycles. The recalled motorcycles are white, with the Zero name and logo printed on the battery.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Model Year 2009 Zero X and Zero MX Off-Road Motorcycles · About 200 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Zero Motorcycles dealers nationwide from December 2008 through August 2009 for between $7,500 and $8,300.; Zero Motorcycles Inc., of Scotts Valley, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

Zero Motorcycles has received three reports of unexpected acceleration, including one report of minor injuries.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Zero Motorcycles toll-free at (888) 786-9376 or (888) RUN-ZERO between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.zeromotorcycles.com

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Model Year 2009 Zero X and Zero MX Off-Road Motorcycles (About 200 units). This recall involves the model year 2009 Zero X and Zero MX electric motorcycles.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Crash Hazard (Recall Alert).

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact Zero Motorcycles to schedule a free repair. Registered owners of the affected motorcycles have been mailed a direct notice.

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