Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #20V630000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V630000 by Hyundai Motor America. Affecting 2019-2020 kona electric vehicles Includes 6,707 affected units, Lithium-Ion Battery May Short Circuit, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2019-2020 kona electric vehicles

Defect Summary

Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 kona electric vehicles. the lithium-ion (li-ion) battery may short-circuit.

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V630000
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
Report Received Date: 2020-10-13T00:00:00
Subject: Lithium-ion battery may short circuit
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 6,707

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 196
Recall Type: Vehicle
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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: Yes
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 98.22

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