Skip to main content
zerologszerologs
Error· MBB / BMS log file

Precharge Failed

High-voltage system precharge sequence failed

SystemSource: MBBLog file condition
Last updated: July 30, 2026

What it means

High-voltage system precharge sequence failed

ErrorIssue detected, may affect performance.

Likely causes

  • Contactor fault
  • Capacitor issue
  • HV wiring problem

What to do

  1. 1Power cycle the bike
  2. 2If persistent, do not ride
  3. 3Dealer inspection required

Which bikes use this table

Recorded in the binary log rather than shown on the dash — every generation writes them.

Questions

What does "Precharge Failed" mean in a Zero log?

High-voltage system precharge sequence failed. It is written by the MBB. It is classed as error: issue detected, may affect performance.

What should I do about it?

Power cycle the bike. If persistent, do not ride. Dealer inspection required.

See when this actually happened on your bike

A dash code tells you the fault; the log tells you the pack temperature, the state of charge and the ten minutes leading up to it.

Upload a log

Community reference: ZeroManual wiki entry

The code and its name are transcribed from Zero's own owner manuals; the severity, category and troubleshooting notes are ours. For official diagnostics, consult an authorized Zero Motorcycles dealer.