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2012 Zero XProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2012 Zero X, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls2Free fix at dealersOwner complaints10 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage0kFuel/propulsion system, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 13, 2016. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2012 Zero X has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Fuel/propulsion system10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

2012 Zero X 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.

–no report yet

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

Recall 12V-310 · Jul 2, 2012 · 254 vehicles

Risk. SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER CAN LEAD TO A CRASH AND POTENTIAL INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2012 vs. every other X 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 X median. How we score

'12
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What X owners report

Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

THE VEHICLE MAY NOT GO AT ALL WHEN IT IS FIRST TURNED ON OR IF IT DOES START OUT IT SOMETIMES QUITS WHILE RUNNING LEAVING ME STRANDED IN TRAFFIC TO PUSH IT OUT OF THE WAY. IN JANUARY 15, 2014 I RECEIVED RECALL NUMBER 13V-635, BUT WHEN I WENT TO THE DEALER FOR THE FIX I WAS TOLD I'D RECEIVED THE…
Complaint 10915960 · Oct 13, 2016 · 1 miles

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