NHTSA Recall 18V260000
Filed by Hyundai Motor America. Component: Hybrid Propulsion System. Reported 2018-04-24. An estimated 10,156 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid vehicles. The Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HCA caps for leaked oil and replace the HCA assembly if needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 176.
Manufacturer campaign number: 176
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.