Does the 2012 Zero DSP have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: hybrid propulsion system, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2012 Zero DSP recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Zero dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Zero DSP?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2012 Zero DSP recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2012 Zero DSP. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

One of these recalls carries a manufacturer safety advisory to stop driving or to park outside until repaired. See below.

Has your Zero been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Zero dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2012 Zero DSP recalls, newest first

April 4, 2018NHTSA 18V215000218 vehicles potentially affected

Hybrid propulsion system

Do not drive until repaired

Summary: Zero Motorcycles (Zero) is recalling all 2012 Zero S, Zero DS, and Zero DSP (Police) motorcycles. Cell pouches in the battery packs may wear from contact with the holders, allowing humidity to enter the pouch and cause an electrical short within the battery.
Consequence: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Zero Motorcycles will notify owners and offer them a choice of either the repurchase of their motorcycle or a financial trade-assist towards a newer model year Zero Motorcycles motorcycle. The recall began on April 30, 2018. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-018-383. Note: Since owners are advised to no longer ride or charge the affected motorcycles, Zero Motorcycles dealers will arrange for the collection of the affected motorcycle at no charge to the owners.
Components: Hybrid propulsion system; Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 18, 2013NHTSA 13V635000667 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Software

Summary: Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 XU, S, DS, and model year 2013 FX motorcycles. The affected motorcycles have controller firmware that, as a result of certain system faults, may shut off power to the motor.
Consequence: A sudden loss of power to the motor may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Zero will notify owners, and dealers will update the controller firmware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-January 2014. Owners may contact Zero at 1-888-786-9376.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2012 Zero DSP were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Zero DSP years

2012 (2)

Other 2012 Zero models

Most recalled 2012 vehicles

2012 Blue Bird All American (30 recalls)
2012 Spartan Gladiator (24 recalls)
2012 IC Bus CE (22 recalls)
2012 Freightliner Cascadia (19 recalls)
2012 Blue Bird Vision (19 recalls)

All of 2012’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2012 Zero DSP have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: hybrid propulsion system, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2012 Zero DSP recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Zero dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Zero DSP?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.