AI DamageZero DS: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Zero DS across 10 model years: 0 owner complaints and 13 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 20 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Service Bulletin and Recall Cases Zero Motorcycles can now create Service Bulletin and Recall cases…
- We would like to inform you that a new firmware release for the 2020+ Cypher III platform will soon be…
- CYPHER III OTA FIRMWARE RELEASE Coming Soon The latest firmware release (MBB V45, BMU V21, BMS V27) for…
- New diagnostic tool Tuner is available for 2017 and newer model.s On May 15th, a new firmware will be…
- Dealer notification announcing new firmware for certain models of Zero Motorcycles
- Dealer notification of release of new firmware for specific motorcycles
- Dealer notification for recall of the FST ADV ignition switch firmware update
- Notification sent to Zero Motorcycle's dealers informing them of the Brake Line Recall
- Dealer notification of Chain Kit Recall (23E074)
- Zero Motorcycles Dealer News 11.22.22 - New Firmware, Diag4Zero, Holiday Hours
- Cypher II Firmware Update Notice
- A firmware update will be released tomorrow June 29 at 7am PT for MY17-MY23 Zero Motorcycles that operate…
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.