Recall
Hyundai Ioniq Electric — 21V944000
NHTSA ID
21V944000
Make
Hyundai
Model
Ioniq Electric
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2021-12-07
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:ONBOARD (OBCM)
Units Affected
2,679
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
215
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.