NHTSA Campaign 22V941000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT

Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported Dec 16, 2022 · 853 vehicles affected

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.

Consequence

Coolant contacting the EPCU circuit board may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC 2021 853

Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V941000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.