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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 21V127000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Published March 2, 2021 · Recall initiated: March 1, 2021

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.

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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