2019 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC recalls
The 2019 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC is covered by 3 recall campaigns. 2 carry a Do Not Drive or Park Outside warning. Repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN to see which are still open.
| Campaign | Received | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 21V127000 | 2021-03-01 | Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery |
| 20V748000 | 2020-12-01 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module › Software |
| 20V630000 | 2020-10-13 | Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery › Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) › Software |
Each recall: problem, risk and fix
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery (21V127000, 2021-03-01) Park Outside
Problem: 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.
Risk: An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
Free fix: 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. Fin
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module › Software (20V748000, 2020-12-01)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free fix: 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.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery › Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) › Software (20V630000, 2020-10-13) Park Outside
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
Free fix: 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.
Other model years: none with their own page · All Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC recalls