Vehicle recall 09V177000 · May 26, 2009
2008 ZAP Xebra
These motorcycles do not conform to the stopping distance requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems."
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Qingqi is recalling 738 my 2008 zap xebra motorcycles manufactured between January and December 2008. These motorcycles do not conform to the stopping distance requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems."
- Consequence
- These motorcycles require longer distances to stop than the standard allows. Extended stopping distances may result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Qingqi will notify owners and zap dealers will inspect and replace the brake rotors, pads, master cylinders, and front tire if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on September 21, 2009. Owners may contact zap toll-free at 1-800-251-4555.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .this recall has been superceded by 12V-230.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V177000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 26, 2009
- Filed by
- QINGQI GROUP MOTORCYCLE CO., LTD
- Owner notification
- September 21, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 738
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Vehicles covered
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