Recall 10V405 affects 305 2009-2010 The Auto Moto XY150ZK motor scooters. The rear brake control violates the braking standard. Repair is free.
The Auto Moto is recalling 305 2009-2010 XY150ZK motor scooters because the rear brake control is operated by the driver's right foot instead of the left hand required by the federal motorcycle controls standard. The scooters do not meet the braking standard's minimum requirements, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear brake control on the 2009-2010 The Auto Moto XY150ZK scooter is the rider input that applies the rear brake. Under Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 123, that control is required to be at the left hand, so the rider can apply the rear brake with the left brake lever. That standard keeps brake controls in a predictable place for riders.
On these XY150ZK scooters, the rear brake is controlled by the rider's right foot instead. The issue is not a cracked hose, worn pad, or leaking valve. It is a control-layout problem: the scooter was built with the rear brake operated from a different position than the required left-hand control location.
There is no warning sign before failure because the concern is the control placement, not a part wearing out. A rider notices it by the way the scooter is set up: the rear brake responds to the right foot control instead of a left-hand brake lever.
Who's affected?
Both model years are tied to the same brake system component.
| 2010 The Auto Moto XY150ZK | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2009 The Auto Moto XY150ZK | brake system |
| Units affected | 305 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific scooter is included.
What's the safety risk?
The rear brake system does not meet the minimum braking standard, which leaves less safety margin during stops. Ride cautiously, leave extra following distance, and avoid hard braking until the rear brake system is replaced. Repair will be free at any franchised The Auto Moto dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2010 The Auto Moto XY150ZK is included in this recall.
- Contact The Auto Moto customer service at 1-310-601-7220 to confirm current repair instructions.
- Ask about the free rear brake system replacement that corrects the foot-operated rear brake control.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 10V405 when you call.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete, because the scooter does not meet the braking standard.
What happens at the repair
The filing says The Auto Moto will notify owners and replace the rear brake system free of charge. Because the current remedy status is not listed as available, treat the dealer repair as free once The Auto Moto opens or confirms the repair for your VIN. At the dealer, The Auto Moto service staff replaces the rear brake system so the scooter's rear brake control is corrected under the recall. Parts and labor are covered.
Timeline
| June 16, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| September 9, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V405?
Recall 10V405 covers 305 2009-2010 The Auto Moto XY150ZK motor scooters with a rear brake control that is operated by the rider's right foot instead of the left hand. The Auto Moto will replace the rear brake system for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2010 The Auto Moto XY150ZK is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific scooter is included in recall 10V405. If it is, contact a franchised The Auto Moto dealer or call 1-310-601-7220 to arrange the rear brake system replacement. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and The Auto Moto will replace the rear brake system free of charge. Reference recall number 10V405 when you contact the dealer or the listed owner phone line.
What is the safety risk?
The safety issue is brake-control compliance. The affected scooters do not meet the minimum requirements of the braking standard because the rear brake control is in the wrong operating position. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free rear brake system replacement.
What if I bought this scooter used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received the original notice, check your VIN and reference recall 10V405 when you contact a franchised The Auto Moto dealer or the listed owner phone line.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V405000 |
|---|---|
| The Auto Moto customer service | 1-310-601-7220 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V405 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V405000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →