2017 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Recall: Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to…
NHTSA campaign 18V260000 · Hybrid Propulsion System · filed Apr 24, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The 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.
The risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to 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.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai | IONIQ Hybrid | 2017 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V260000 (manufacturer number 176). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.