diff --git a/src/irclib.py b/src/irclib.py
index c3dd4db4c..3bb8b0872 100644
--- a/src/irclib.py
+++ b/src/irclib.py
@@ -521,6 +521,9 @@ class Irc(IrcCommandDispatcher):
 
     def reset(self):
         """Resets the Irc object.  Called when the driver reconnects."""
+        if self.zombie:
+            self._reallyDie()
+            return
         self._setNonResettingVariables()
         self.state.reset()
         self.queue.reset()