Lithium-ion battery may short circuit
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
An electrical short in the li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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. final owner notification letters were mailed june 17, 2021. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 200.
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FAQ: Recall 21V127000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V127000?
NHTSA recall 21V127000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on March 1, 2021. It addresses: Lithium-ion battery may short circuit. The recall affects approximately 4,696 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V127000 or the manufacturer campaign number 200. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
Why is this recall flagged for fire risk?
This recall has been classified as having a fire risk when parked. NHTSA generally advises affected owners to park outside, away from structures and other vehicles, until the defect is repaired.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.