NHTSA recall 20V-630 (20V630000)
electrical system recall reported October 13, 2020 - about 6,707 vehicles affected.
NHTSA marks this campaign PARK OUTSIDE.
Park outdoors, away from buildings - the defect carries a fire risk even while parked. Contact your dealer immediately; the repair is free.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V630000
- Also written as
- 20V-630
- Manufacturer number
- 196
- Reported
- October 13, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~6,707
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.
Why it is dangerous
An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-630 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.