Recall 18E093000: Electrical System

NHTSA recall 18E093000 · announced September 25, 2018 · Ustart · 3,877 units affected

The problem

Ioxus Corporation (Ioxus) is recalling certain uStart energy storage modules, part number UST12V1100G31-ISA. The overlay seal may delaminate over time, allowing moisture to enter.

The risk

If moisture enters the storage module, it can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Ioxus will work with vehicle manufacturers and provide an improved uStart energy module storage units, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Ioxus customer service at 1-877-751-4222. This recall is superseded by 19E-078.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

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.NHTSA is missing critical, required information for this safety recall. This information must be supplied through the NHTSA Recalls Portal within 5 working days of confirming its accuracy:- A description of the basis for your company's determination of the recall population (49 CFR 573.6 (c)(2)).- A description of how the products to be recalled differ from similar products that are not included in the recall (49 CFR 573.6 (c)(2)).

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.