2019 Hyundai Kona Electric | 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric | 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
Published March 2, 2021 · Recall initiated: March 1, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V127000, published March 2, 2021 and initiated March 1, 2021. Recalling firm: Hyundai Motor America; 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric | 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric | 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery.
What's the hazard
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.
What to do
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the interim action is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and as an interim action, owners have the option to follow provided instructions to perform a battery update through the vehicle's infotainment system or request a Hyundai dealer to provide the update. Once parts are available, dealers will inspect the Battery System Assembly (BSA), and replace it if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk, and the interim action, with a letter mailed April 9, 2021. Final owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 200.
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Recall details
- Brand
- HYUNDAI
- Model
- KONA ELECTRIC
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Lot
- 2019 HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC | 2020 HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC | 2020 HYUNDAI IONIQ ELECTRIC
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric | 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric | 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V127000 on March 2, 2021. Reported hazard: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.
What should I do if I have this product?
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the interim action is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and as an interim action, owners have the option to follow provided instructions to perform a battery update through the vehicle's infotainment system or request a Hyundai dealer to provide the update. Once parts are available, dealers will inspect the Battery System Assembly (BSA), and replace it if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk, and the interim action, with a letter mailed April 9, 2021. Final owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 200.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HYUNDAI. Model: KONA ELECTRIC.