Hybrid propulsion systemRecall 18V-260 · 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid
Hyundai Motor America recall 18V-260 covers 10,156 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid for a hybrid propulsion system problem, reported to NHTSA on April 24, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q3) shows 89% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V260000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
89%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 289 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 16, 2016 to September 20, 2017. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.