CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Problem
- XL Hybrids Inc. (XL) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Isuzu Reach vehicles modified to be equipped with XL's electric hybrid system. The cardan (universal) joint on the front driveshaft may fail, possibly causing the front driveshaft to detach.
- Risk
- If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle, drive power will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. The detached driveshaft may also create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash for following traffic.
- Remedy
- XL will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft with an updated one, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact XL customer service at 1-866-414-3212.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The cardan (universal) joint on the front driveshaft may fail in certain Isuzu Reach vehicles that were modified with an XL Hybrids electric hybrid system. If the front driveshaft detaches, the vehicle loses drive power, which increases the risk of a crash. A detached driveshaft can also land in the road and become a hazard to following traffic.
Owners will be notified by XL Hybrids, and authorized dealers will replace the front driveshaft with an updated part free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners can contact XL customer service at 1-866-414-3212 for more information, and should check their VIN for open recalls in the meantime.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Isuzu Reach | 201320142015201620172018 |
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