NHTSA Campaign 18V260000

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported Apr 24, 2018 · 10,156 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HYUNDAI IONIQ HYBRID 2017 10,156

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V260000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.