Zap Xebra (2008) – 09V177000

Defect Description For Recall

Qingqi Is Recalling 738 My 2008 Zap Xebra Motorcycles Manufactured Between January And December 2008. These Motorcycles Do Not Conform To The Stopping Distance Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 122, “Motorcycle Brake Systems.”

Make Of Vehicle

ZAP

Model Of Vehicle

XEBRA

Year

2008

Recall Campaign Number

09V177000

Component Description

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Effect Of Defect

These Motorcycles Require Longer Distances To Stop Than The Standard Allows. Extended Stopping Distances May Result In A Vehicle Crash.

Fix Defect

Qingqi Will Notify Owners And Zap Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Brake Rotors, Pads, Master Cylinders, And Front Tire If Necessary Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On September 21, 2009. Owners May Contact Zap Toll-Free At 1-800-251-4555.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Qingqi Group Motorcycle Co., Ltd

Start Of Manufacture

20080101

End Of Manufacture

20081231

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

738

Date Owners Notified

20090921

Initiated By

Ovsc

Responsible Manufacturer

Qingqi Group Motorcycle Co., Ltd

Date Report Received

20090526

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

571

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard

122