The defect
Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2024 DSR/X, DS, DSR, and DSRP motorcycles. The front brake hose may be twisted and become damaged, which can cause a brake fluid leak and a loss of brake pressure.
The risk
A loss of brake pressure will reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the hose as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed July 28, 2025. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-RCL-025-017.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by MFR
Vehicles covered
| Model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Zero DS | 2024 |
| Zero DSR | 2024 |
| Zero Dsr/x | 2024 |
| Zero Dsrp | 2024 |
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Model years in this recall
NHTSA complaints and the number of recall campaigns for each model year this recall covers.
| Model | Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zero DS | 2024 | 0 | 3 |
| Zero DSR | 2024 | 0 | 3 |
| Zero Dsr/x | 2024 | 0 | 3 |
| Zero Dsrp | 2024 | 0 | 3 |
Other service brakes, hydraulic recalls in 2025
37 of the 891 recall campaigns reported to NHTSA in 2025 concerned the service brakes, hydraulic; Zero Motorcycles Inc. filed 18 campaigns in all.
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| 25V859000 11 Dec 2025 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| 25V846000 9 Dec 2025 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| 25V823000 1 Dec 2025 | Ford Motor Company |
| 25V768000 6 Nov 2025 | General Motors, LLC |
| 25V693000 10 Oct 2025 | Ford Motor Company |
| 25V564000 29 Aug 2025 | Tuff Trailer USA Inc. |
| 25V550000 26 Aug 2025 | Forest River, Inc. |
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