2021 Hyundai Kona Electric: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 22V941000 · 853 units potentially affected · filed Dec 16, 2022
What's wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Kona EV vehicles. The Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) may have been improperly sealed and may leak coolant internally.
Why it matters
Coolant contacting the EPCU circuit board may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the EPCU, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 239.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V941000
- Manufacturer no.
- 239
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT
- Units affected
- 853
- Report received
- Dec 16, 2022
- Owner letters
- Mar 22, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
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