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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V704000

2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid | 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid — Hybrid propulsion system: inverter

Published October 12, 2018 · Recall initiated: October 5, 2018

Summary

NHTSA records recall 18V704000, published October 12, 2018 and initiated October 5, 2018. Recalling firm: Hyundai Motor America; 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid | 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid — Hybrid propulsion system: inverter.

What's the hazard

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and 2018 Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.

What to do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the PRA will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 178.

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Recall details

Brand
HYUNDAI
Model
IONIQ HYBRID
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Lot
2017 HYUNDAI IONIQ HYBRID | 2018 HYUNDAI IONIQ HYBRID
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid | 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid — Hybrid propulsion system: inverter recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V704000 on October 12, 2018. Reported hazard: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and 2018 Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.

What should I do if I have this product?

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the PRA will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 178.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HYUNDAI. Model: IONIQ HYBRID.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)