Luk recall: Hybrid propulsion system
What is wrong
LuK GmbH & Co. KG (LuK) has submitted a Defect Information Report based upon decisions made by Kia Motors America and Hyundai Motor America to conduct recalls (numbers 18V257 and 18V260 respectively) to inspect and replace the Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) caps and assembly that can allow oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
What could happen
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
LuK is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers. Dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the HCA caps for leaked oil, and replace the HCA assembly if necessary, free of charge. Kia owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC163. The recall began May 17, 2018. Hyundai owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 176.
Vehicles covered
- Luk Clutch Actuator
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 18E033000
- Type
- Equipment
- Filed by
- Luk Gmbh & Co. Kg
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 17, 2018
- Owners notified
- May 17, 2018
- Vehicles or items affected
- 37,185
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Sep 23, 2015 to Apr 11, 2017
- Part
- Hybrid propulsion system
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.
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.