repaired · 2022 Q4
Propulsion system: dc/dc converter
Risk. The DC-DC converter can shut off when its power capacity is exceeded, shutting off the ABS, instruments, and lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 Zero DSProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2021 Zero DS. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 20V-640 the manufacturer reports only 89% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 15, 2020. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Zero DS has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2021 Zero DS recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Zero.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other DS year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the DS median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
Own a 2021 DS?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.