Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #21V944000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V944000 by Hyundai Motor America. Affecting 2017-2019 ioniq electric vehicles Includes 2,679 affected units, Unintended Acceleration after Gas Pedal Release, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017-2019 ioniq electric vehicles

Defect Summary

Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2019 ioniq electric vehicles. an unstable electrical ground may cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode with reduced acceleration and power. in certain conditions while in fail-safe mode, the vehicle may accelerate after the gas pedal is released.

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the epcu (electric power control unit) software and repair the ground wiring, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2022. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 215.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V944000
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
Report Received Date: 2021-12-07T00:00:00
Subject: Unintended acceleration after gas pedal release
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 2,679

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 215
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2019 ioniq electric vehicles. an unstable electrical ground may cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode with reduced acceleration and power. in certain conditions while in fail-safe mode, the vehicle may accelerate after the gas pedal is released.
Consequence Summary: Unexpected acceleration following gas pedal release can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will update the epcu (electric power control unit) software and repair the ground wiring, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2022. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 215.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 69.56

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NHTSA ID: 21V944000
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