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2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid Recalls

  1. Recall Description

    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.

    Possible Effects

    An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

    Action

    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.

    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.

    Recall Manufacture Dates

    2016-11-16 - 2017-09-20

    Vehicles Affected

    10156
  2. Recall Description

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and 2018 Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.

    Possible Effects

    The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Action

    Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the PRA will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. Initial owner notification letters were mailed on December 3, 2018. A second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai''s number for this recall is 178.

    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.

    Recall Manufacture Dates

    2016-11-16 - 2017-08-16

    Vehicles Affected

    10575