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Vehicle recall 08V479000 · September 22, 2008

2008 Miles XS40ST

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…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
08V479000
Reported to NHTSA
September 22, 2008
Filed by
MILES ELECTRIC VEHICLES
Owner notification
November 7, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected
104
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 08V479000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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