Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain 2017 Ioniq Electric Vehicles
— Recall Campaign #17V532000
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 recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 218 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V532000
| Manufacturer: | Hyundai Motor America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 28, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V532000 |
| Units affected: | 218 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- If coolant contacts the EPCU, a stall may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- 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.