NHTSA : 22V941000

Campaign Details

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

Defect Description

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 / Hazard

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

Proposed Solution

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.

🚗 Affected Vehicles1

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.