2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC Recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year.

3 Recalls
2020 Model Year
Affected: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC

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3 Recall Campaigns — 2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Campaign #21V127000 · 01/03/2021
Issue

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.

Risk

An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.

Fix

Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the interim action is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and as an interim action, owners have the option to follow provided instructions to perform a battery update through the vehicle's infotainment system or request a Hyundai dealer to provide the update. Once parts are available, dealers will inspect the Battery System Assembly (BSA), and replace it if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk, and the interim action, with a letter mailed April 9, 2021. Final owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 200.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Campaign #20V630000 · 13/10/2020
Issue

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.

Risk

An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.

Fix

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.

SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC
Campaign #20V748000 · 01/12/2020
Issue

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Nexo Fuel Cell and 2019-2021 Kona Electric vehicles. The Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system may detect an abnormal sensor signal and as a result, may significantly reduce braking performance.

Risk

Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the IEB software, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 199.

Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database

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About 2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC Recalls

The 2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC has 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record. The affected components include ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Hyundai dealership.

If you own a 2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC, you may have received a recall notice by mail from Hyundai. If you purchased your vehicle used, the previous owner may have received the notice and you may not be aware of open recalls. Use our free VIN lookup to check your exact vehicle's recall status.

To get your 2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC recall repaired, contact your nearest Hyundai dealership with your recall campaign number. Federal law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost, regardless of whether you're the original owner, your vehicle's mileage, or its age.

The Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC has a total of 8 recall campaigns across all model years. View all Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC recalls →

2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC Recall FAQs

How many recalls does the 2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC have?

The 2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on record.

What parts are affected by the 2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC recalls?

The 2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC recalls affect the following components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC.

Are 2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires all manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost to the vehicle owner — regardless of mileage, age, or whether you are the original owner. Contact any authorized Hyundai dealership with your recall campaign number.

How do I check if my 2020 Hyundai KONA ELECTRIC has an open recall?

Use our free VIN lookup on the RecallDetails.com homepage. Enter your 17-digit VIN and we'll show you every open recall campaign for your exact vehicle, including campaigns that may not appear in model-level data.