U-Joint May Fail and Front Driveshaft may Detach – 2013-2018 Isuzu Reach

XL Hybrids Inc. (XL) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Isuzu Reach vehicles modified

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February 21, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V098000

U-Joint May Fail and Front Driveshaft may Detach

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.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V098

Manufacturer  XL Hybrids INC

Components  POWER TRAIN

Potential Number of Units Affected  94

Summary

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.

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.

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