NHTSA Recall # | 156613 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V748000 |
MFG Compaign # | 199 |
Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
Supplier | HYUNDAI |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | KONA ELECTRIC |
Model Year | 2020 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTR |
Date of notification | 25/01/21 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 05/11/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 05/11/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 01/12/20 |
Report created | 02/12/20 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 8176 |
Defect summary | Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 nexo fuel cell and 2019-2021 kona electric vehicles. The integrated electronic brake (ieb) system may detect an abnormal sensor signal and as a result, may significantly reduce braking performance. |
Consequence summary | Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the ieb software, free of charge. The recall began january 25, 2021. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 199. |
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). |