2021 Hyundai Kona Electric Recall List
2 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric, affecting electrical system and brakes. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Hyundai dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 0
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Dec 16, 2022
- Owner complaints
- 26
All 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- NHTSA 22V941000Dec 16, 2022Electrical System853 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery:thermal management:fluid/coolant
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.
Risk: 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.
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric have?
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric, covering electrical system and brakes.
- Are 2021 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 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 22V941000, reported Dec 16, 2022, concerning the electrical system.