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2015 Kymco Super 8-150 X and Kymco Super 8-50 X recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Kymco USA reported this safety recall on September 22, 2015. It covers about 824 vehicles.

vehicles affected
824
reported
Sep 22, 2015
owners notified
Oct 29, 2015

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong
KYMCO (KYMCO USA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Super 8-50 X and 2015 Super 8-150 X road scooters manufactured February 6, 2015, to September 15, 2015. In the affected models, the front hydraulic brake hose may be improperly routed, and as a result, the brake hose may contact the front tire when the front suspension is compressed.
Risk
If the hydraulic brake hose contacts the tire, the hose may rupture, resulting in a loss of front brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KYMCO will notify owners, and dealers will replace the two brake hose securing brackets, free of charge. . Owners may contact KYMCO customer service at 1‑888‑235‑3417.

Recall number 15V583000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 15V583000

Is there a recall on the 2015 Kymco Super 8-150 X and Kymco Super 8-50 X hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 15V583000, reported on September 22, 2015, covers about 824 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V583000?

KYMCO will notify owners, and dealers will replace the two brake hose securing brackets, free of charge. . Owners may contact KYMCO customer service at 1‑888‑235‑3417.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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