Recall 22V-941
Hyundai Motor America recalled the 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric: Electrical system (propulsion system, traction battery, thermal management, fluid/coolant).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 22V-941
- Reported
- December 16, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- 853 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is 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.
The risk
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-[removed]. Hyundai's number for this recall is 239.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]