NHTSA Recall # | 148989 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V630000 |
MFG Compaign # | 196 |
Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
Supplier | HYUNDAI |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | KONA ELECTRIC |
Model Year | 2020 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION |
Date of notification | 13/11/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 08/11/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 08/11/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 13/10/20 |
Report created | 14/10/20 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 6707 |
Defect summary | Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 kona electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (li-ion) battery may short-circuit. |
Consequence summary | An electrical short in the li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire. |
Corrective action | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the battery management system (bms) software and inspect the li-ion battery, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. The recall began november 13, 2020. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 196. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |