Recall 17V532000: 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 28, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 218
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Ioniq Electric Vehicles. Manufacturing defects within the Electronic Power Control Unit (EPCU) may allow coolant to contact the unit's circuit board.
The risk
If coolant contacts the EPCU, a stall may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EPCU, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk are expected were mailed October 26, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 166.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V532000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 166
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Owner letters
- Nov 27, 2017
- Components
- Hybrid propulsion system (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology