HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC 2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V630000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| HYUNDAI | KONA ELECTRIC | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-11-13 | 2020-10-13 | 2020-10-14 |
Manufacturers Involved: Hyundai Motor America
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 196
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 6707
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Hyundai Motor America "Hyundai" is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion "Li-ion" battery may short-circuit.
An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
