Zero Motorcycles Recalled Due to Faulty Throttles

Hundreds of 2009 Zero Motorcycles are being recalled because the throttle on the off-road bikes can stick or disconnect, causing them to accelerate out of control, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said.

About 200 Zero X and Zero MX off-road motorcycles made by Zero Motorcycles Inc. of Scotts Valley, Ca. are involved in the voluntary recall.

The company has received three reports of the motorcycles unexpectedly accelerating, including one report of a rider suffering minor injuries in a wreck caused by the faulty throttle.

Faulty Throttle Blamed for Accidents, Injury

According to the company and the CPSC, the throttle on the recalled motorcycles can become stuck in the open position or disconnect. When the motorcycle is being operated in the “easy” or “0-25” modes, the defect can cause the motorcycle to be at full power when it is turned on, which can force the rider to lose control and suffer serious injuries.

2009 Model Year Bikes Recalled

The recalled 2009 model year Zero X and Zero MX electric motorcycles are white, with the Zero name and logo printed on the battery. The motorcycles were manufactured in the United States and sold by Zero Motorcycles dealers nationwide from December 2008 through August 2009 for between $7,500 and $8,300, the CPSC said.

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, the CPSC said.

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