Motor Repairs
Specialist diagnostics and repair-first solutions for EV and hybrid motors, drive units, and related high-voltage drivetrain components.
If your vehicle has drivetrain warnings, unusual noises, reduced performance, or a no-drive/no-“Ready” condition, we can identify the root cause and recommend the most cost-effective, evidence-led repair route.
Motor faults don’t always mean “replace the whole drive unit”
Modern EV and hybrid drivetrains are made up of multiple systems working together (e-motor, gearbox, bearings, seals, sensors/looms, inverter/power electronics, thermal management and HV safety monitoring). When one part fails, the symptoms often look like a complete motor failure and many repair routes default to full unit replacement.
At LKQ Electriq we prioritise repair over replacement wherever appropriate, using structured diagnostics to confirm whether the issue is:
- Mechanical (bearings/seals/gearbox noise)
- Electrical (phase faults, position sensing, insulation/isolation issues)
- Sensor/loom-related (e.g., temperature or position sensing faults)
Selection of Covered Vehicles - Motor Repairs
View a selection of vehicles that have a Motor repair solution
Audi
- Audi (all plug-ins) 2014-present
- Audi E-Tron 2014-present
Abarth
- Abarth 500e (2023–present)
BMW
- BMW i3 (2013–present)
Citroen
- Citroen Berlingo (2021–present)
- Citroen C4 / C4 X (2020–present)
- Citroen Jumper III (2021–2023)
- Citroen Jumpy III (2020–present)
- Citroen Spacetourer (2020–present)
DS
- DS 3 Crossback (2019–present)
Fiat
- Fiat 500e (2023–present)
- Fiat Doblo (2022–present)
- Fiat Ducato (2020–2023)
- Fiat Scudo (2022–present)
- Fiat Ulysse (2022–present)
Hyundai
- Hyundai Ioniq (2016–2022)
- Hyundai Kona (2018–2023)
Jeep
- Jeep Avenger (2022–present)
Kia
- Kia Niro I (2018–2022)
- Kia Soul II (2014–2018)
- Kia Soul III / e-Soul (2019–present)
Mercedes
- Mercedes B-Class (2014–2017)
Nissan
- Nissan Leaf (2010–present)
- Nissan NV200 / Evalia (2014–present)
- Nissan Townstar (2022–present)
Peugeot
- Peugeot 208 II (2019–present)
- Peugeot 308 III / 308 SW III (2023–present)
- Peugeot 2008 II (2019–present)
- Peugeot Boxer (2021–present)
- Peugeot Expert (2020–present)
- Peugeot Partner (2021–present)
- Peugeot Rifter (2021–present)
- Peugeot Traveller (2020–present)
Renault
- Renault Zoe (2012–present)
Tesla
- Tesla Model S (2012–present)
- Tesla Model X (2015–present)
- Tesla Model Y (2019–present)
- Tesla Model 3 (2017–present)
Toyota
- Toyota RAV 4 III Electric (2012–2014)
Vauxhall
- Vauxhall Astra Mk VIII (2023–present)
- Vauxhall Combo Mk IV (2021–2024)
- Vauxhall Corsa Mk V (2019–present)
- Vauxhall Mokka (2020–present)
- Vauxhall Vivaro C (2023–2024)
Volkswagen
- Volkswagen Crafter (2018–present)
- Volkswagen Golf VII (2014–2021)
- Volkswagen GTE 2014-2020
- Volkswagen Load Up! (2014–2019)
- Volkswagen Up! (2013–present)
Volvo
- Volvo V60 / V60 Cross Country Hybrid (2012–2018)
- Volvo XC90 II Hybrid (2015–2018)
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Common Symptoms
Drivetrain / electrical system warning messages
Warnings such as “Electrical system fault”, “Drivetrain malfunction”, “Reduced performance”, or HV system alerts can be triggered by motor, inverter, sensor, or insulation-related faults.
Whining, milling, or grinding noise from the drive unit
A whining/milling noise (often more noticeable under light load or on overrun) can indicate internal bearing wear or mechanical drive unit issues that worsen over time.
Loss of drive / won’t enter “Ready”
The vehicle may refuse to “Ready up”, won’t select drive, or becomes immobilised due to a safety or control fault in the high-voltage drivetrain.
Repeated motor/inverter fault codes (sometimes alongside isolation warnings)
Motor position sensing, phase circuit faults, or insulation issues can cause persistent fault codes and drivability problems. Where relevant, we also check for isolation faults and related high-voltage system issues.
Our Motor Repair Services
High-Voltage E-Motor Repairs (EV & Hybrid)
For EVs and hybrids with e-motor/drive unit faults, drivetrain noise, warning messages, or drivability issues. We diagnose whether the fault is mechanical, electrical, sensor/loom related, or associated power electronics then advise repair vs replacement based on evidence.
Tesla LDU Repairs (Model S / Model X)
A specialist repair programme for Tesla Large Drive Unit (LDU) failures on Model S and Model X. Common issues include:
- Bearing wear (milling/whining noise)
- Insulation faults linked to coolant ingress
We’ve invested in R&D, processes, and supply partnerships to support sustainable repair routes and reduce cost and downtime versus full replacement.
48V System Repairs (ISG / BSG / mild-hybrid drivetrains)
48V mild-hybrid systems use motor-generator units (e.g., ISG/BSG) and related control/charging components. If stop-start fails, charging warnings appear, or mild-hybrid functions shut down, we can diagnose the 48V system and advise the correct repair/reset path.
Not sure which motor/drivetrain system is at fault?
If you’re unsure whether the issue is the motor itself, inverter/power electronics, a sensor/loom fault, or an HV safety/isolation problem, we can advise based on symptoms and any fault codes and direct you to the right next step.
All work is backed by a 12-month warranty covering both parts and labour, giving you peace of mind and confidence in the quality of our service.
Very helpful at solving a major fault. Though a big job, itc cost half of what it would have done at main dealer who would have replaced more than needed. Customer service very good.