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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 08V479📅 Sep 24, 2008

2008 Miles XS40ST recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

Miles electric vehicles (mev) is recalling 104 my 2008 XS40ST low speed trucks. Manufacturing and assembly inconsistencies with the brake tee and assembly under-torquing or over-torquing of the bleeder screws have produced instances of visible brake fluid seepage at the brake tee and at the bleeder screws.

💥 The risk

The driver may experience reduced brake performance when applying and maintaining force on the brake pedal and, over time, the capacity to brake will gradually deteriorate, forcing the driver to use higher than expected forces. Continued loss of brake fluid above certain amounts would lead to the brake being inoperative, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect the brake system and replace the brake tees. If necessary, wheel calipers or wheel cylinders will be replaced. The recall began on november 8, 2008. Owners may contact mev at 1-310-390-4890.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
08V479000
Manufacturer
MILES ELECTRIC VEHICLES
Vehicles affected
104
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Nov 7, 2008
Built
Jan 1, 2008 – Mar 31, 2008
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 08V479 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 08V479?

2008 Miles XS40ST. 104 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Miles dealer to book the free repair.