Hyundai Ioniq Electric recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 28, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric

Recall number

17V532000

Brand / firm

Hyundai

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 218 units

Why it was recalled

If coolant contacts the EPCU, a stall may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.