2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Recall List
3 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric, affecting electrical system and brakes. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Hyundai dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 2
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Mar 1, 2021
- Owner complaints
- 27
All 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- NHTSA 21V127000Mar 1, 2021Electrical System4,696 vehiclesPark Outside
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the interim action is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and as an interim action, owners have the option to follow provided instructions to perform a battery update through the vehicle's infotainment system or request a Hyundai dealer to provide the update. Once parts are available, dealers will inspect the Battery System Assembly (BSA), and replace it if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk, and the interim action, with a letter mailed April 9, 2021. Final owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 200.
- NHTSA 20V748000Dec 1, 2020Brakes8,176 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module:software
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Nexo Fuel Cell and 2019-2021 Kona Electric vehicles. The Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system may detect an abnormal sensor signal and as a result, may significantly reduce braking performance.
Risk: Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the IEB software, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 199.
- NHTSA 20V630000Oct 13, 2020Electrical System6,707 vehiclesPark Outside
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery:management system/energy control module (bms/becm):software
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the Battery Management System (BMS) software and inspect the Li-ion battery, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. The recall began November 13, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 196.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric have?
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric, covering electrical system and brakes.
- Are 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric recall repairs free?
- Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
- What is the most recent recall on the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 21V127000, reported Mar 1, 2021, concerning the electrical system.