Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #18V704000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V704000 by Hyundai Motor America. Affecting 2017-2018 hyundai ioniq hybrid and 2018 ioniq plug-in hybrid vehicles Includes 10,575 affected units, Electrical Resistance at Main Relay May Cause Fire, component: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017-2018 hyundai ioniq hybrid and 2018 ioniq plug-in hybrid vehicles

Defect Summary

Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 hyundai ioniq hybrid and 2018 ioniq plug-in hybrid vehicles. the main relay within the power relay assembly (pra) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.

Corrective Action

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power relay assembly (pra) for damage. if no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. if damage is found, the pra will be replaced. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began february 28, 2019. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 178.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V704000
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
Report Received Date: 2018-10-05T00:00:00
Subject: Electrical resistance at main relay may cause fire
Component: Hybrid Propulsion System
Potentially Affected Units: 10,575

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 178
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 hyundai ioniq hybrid and 2018 ioniq plug-in hybrid vehicles. the main relay within the power relay assembly (pra) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.
Consequence Summary: The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the pra, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power relay assembly (pra) for damage. if no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. if damage is found, the pra will be replaced. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began february 28, 2019. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 178.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 85.07

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