Recall 18V166000: 2016–2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug-IN Hybrid
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 12, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 2,840
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may activate inadvertently.
The risk
If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install a new Battery Management System (BMS) that contains an Overvoltage Protection Device (OPD). The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 175.
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
- 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-IN Hybrid
- 2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-IN Hybrid
- 2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug-IN Hybrid
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V166000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 175
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Owner letters
- May 2, 2018
- 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