2008 Zap Xebra Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Xebra years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Zap Xebra. The most reported problem area is service brakes (33 complaints, 75%), typically at around 4,331 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 44owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Zap Xebra problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 33 | 75% | 4,331 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 16% | 3,162 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 9% | 2,450 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 5% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 5% | 5,850 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 2% | 50 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 2% | 50 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Zap Xebra recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Problem: QingQi Group Motorcycle Co. Ltd., through its designated agent ZAP, is recalling all model year 2008 ZAP Xebra motorcycles manufactured from January 1, 2008, through December 31, 2008. These motorcycles do not conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems." The motorcycles were produced without a separate brake fluid reservoir for each brake circuit, with each reservoir filler opening having its own cover, seal, and cover retention device.
Risk: Without a separate reservoir for each brake, having its own cover, seal, and cover retention device, fluid for one brake circuit may move to the other. If this happens, both reservoirs could lose fluid as a result of a fluid leak in one brake circuit and compromise the stopping ability of the braking system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: ZAP will notify owners and ZAP will install or send each owner a remedy kit to bring the vehicles into compliance. ZAP has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact ZAP Customer Service at 1-800-251-4555.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Problem: Qingqi group motorcycle co, ltd, through its designated agent, zap usa, is recalling certain model year 2008 zap xebra all electric motorcycles manufactured from january 1, 2008, through december 31, 2008. These vehicles fail to conform to the braking distance requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems."
Risk: These vehicles take longer distances to stop, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Zap, the designated agent of qingqi group motorcycle co, ltd, will notify owners, and zap dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on october 8, 2012. Owners may contact zap at 1-707-525-8658.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Problem: Qingqi is recalling 738 my 2008 zap xebra motorcycles manufactured between january and december 2008. These motorcycles do not conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems." they do not have a separate brake fluid reservoir for the front and rear brakes.
Risk: Without a separate reservoir for each brake, having its own cover, seal, and cover retention device, fluid for one brake circuit may move to the other. If this happens, both reservoirs could loose fluid as a result of a fluid leak in one brake circuit and compromise the stopping ability of both brakes.
Fix: Zap will notify owners and repair or replace the master cylinder free of charge. The safety recall began on january 29, 2010. Owners may contact zap toll-free at 1-800-251-4555.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Problem: 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."
Risk: These motorcycles require longer distances to stop than the standard allows. Extended stopping distances may result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Hello, i'm writing about the court decree on 7/16/13 signed my judge rosemary collyer. Zap is supposed to report to nhtsa regularly about the status of the refund and disposition of each recalled vehicle for three years. Somebody form zap world contacted me about a year ago. I still have the…
This vehicle is already recalled, my vehicle suffered a complete loss or brake systems and fortunately was able to be steered to an uphill area before hitting a small retaining wall. Zap provided dot recall notice for brake failures to stop, and rules for recall. I have followed these rules which…
As with others that have filed complaints, i was notified by zap that my vehicle was eligible for a recall due to incurable faults in the braking system. I filed all the necessary paperwork and received a letter that i qualified for the buy back program. They were supposed to pick up the vehicle…
I agree with other people complaints. We were told that we were eligible for the recall, but have heard nothing too. Yet, i still have the truck that can't be driven and have to have it stored. Please help!!! This is not right. *tr
ZAP IS UNDER ORDER TO REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES FOR THE PALTRY SUM OF $3100.00. THIS WAS TO HAVE BEEN COMPLETED BY 12/31/2013, EXTENDED TO 1/31/2014. I HAVE HEARD NOTHING OFFICIAL FORM THE COMPANY, HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED REGARDING PAYMENT AND/OR TO ARRANGE FOR PICK UP OF SAID VEHICLE. THE LAST…
Other Zap Xebra years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 44 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Zap Xebra?
Owners most often report service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic, unknown or other problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 33 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Zap Xebra?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Zap Xebra a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Xebra model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.