Does the 2012 Zero XU have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, exterior lighting. 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 XU 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 XU?

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

2012 Zero XU recalls

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

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

For the 2012 Zero XU. 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.

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 XU recalls, newest first

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

July 2, 2012NHTSA 12V310000254 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery

Summary: Zero motorcycles, Inc. (zero) is recalling certain model year 2012 s, ds, x, xu, and xu-lsm motorcycles. Insufficient weatherproofing may cause a short circuit of the battery management system when subjected to wet conditions, resulting in the motorcycle inadvertently losing power.
Consequence: Sudden loss of power can lead to a crash and potential injury or death to the rider.
Remedy: Zero will notify owners, and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on July 31, 2012. Owners may contact zero motorcycles, Inc. At 1-888-786-9376.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 29, 2012NHTSA 12V307000450 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

Summary: Zero motorcycles, Inc. (zero) is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 s, xu, and ds motorcycles, model year 2011 mxd, and xd motorcycles and 2012 x motorcycles. The brake light switch at the front brake lever may not activate until significant brake lever travel occurs.
Consequence: The brake light may not activate when a moderate amount of front brake is applied. As such, motorists traveling behind the motorcycle may not be alerted when an affected motorcycle is slowing down, which could lead to a possible crash and potential injury or death to the rider.
Remedy: Zero will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front brake system brake-light switch free of charge. The safety recall began on August 3, 2012. Owners may contact zero motorcycles at 1-831-438-3500.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

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

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Questions

Does the 2012 Zero XU have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, exterior lighting. 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 XU 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 XU?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.