Kymco product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 22, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kymco USA recalls 2015 Kymco Super 8-150 X, Super 8-50 X

Recall number

15V583000

Brand / firm

Kymco

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 824 units

Why it was recalled

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.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.