NHTSA Campaign 18V704000

HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER

Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported Oct 5, 2018 · 10,575 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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

The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HYUNDAI IONIQ HYBRID 2017 10,575
HYUNDAI IONIQ HYBRID 2018 10,575

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V704000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.