NHTSA Recall 21V944000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:ONBOARD (OBCM)Dec 7, 2021· Hyundai Motor America

Summary

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ioniq electric vehicles. An unstable electrical ground may cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode with reduced acceleration and power. In certain conditions while in fail-safe mode, the vehicle may accelerate after the gas pedal is released.

Consequence

Unexpected acceleration following gas pedal release can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the EPCU (Electric Power Control Unit) software and repair the ground wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 215.

Affected Vehicles

YearMakeModel
2017HyundaiIoniq Electric
2019HyundaiIoniq Electric

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