Recalls: Hyundai OS Kona Electric
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Hyundai OS Kona Electric
2018-20 Hyundai OS Kona Electric: short circuit risk
In November 2020, recall campaign 01D076 was issued for Hyundai OS Kona Electric vehicles that were available for sale in Australia from 1 December 2018 to 29 February 2020. In these vehicles, the lithium-ion battery may have internal damage or the battery management system (BMS) control software may cause an electrical short circuit after charging. If an electrical short circuit occurred, this could result in a vehicle fire which posed a risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, bystanders and/or damage to property. Until repaired,
- affected vehicles needed to be parked in an open space and away from flammable materials and structures (i.e. not in a garage); and,
- owners should only charge their vehicles up to 90 per cent of battery capacity.
To fix, the EV Battery was to be diagnosed for a software update or battery cell rectification. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2020/18621.
2018-20 Hyundai OS Kona Electric: Integrated Electronic Brake
In January 2021, recall campaign 01D102 was issued for Hyundai OS Kona Electric Vehicles (EVs) that were available for sale in Australia from 1 May 2018 to 31 December 2020. For these vehicles, a software fault in the Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) may significantly reduce braking performance. This would increase stopping distances and the risk of a collision, posing a hazard to vehicle occupants and/or other road users. To fix, the Integrated Electronic Brake was to be reprogrammed. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2020/18735.
2018-20 Hyundai OS Kona Electric: defective battery could cause fire
In August 2021, recall campaign 11D043 was issued for Hyundai OS Kona Electric vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect, the battery may not meet specifications; this could cause an electrical short circuit and fire. A vehicle fire increased the risk of injury to vehicle occupants, bystanders and/or damage to property. To fix, a Hyundai dealer was to replace the battery. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-001592.
Problems and faults: Hyundai OS Kona Electric
Overview
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Problems and faults: Hyundai OS Kona Electric
No information regarding common problems and faults for the Hyundai OS Kona Electric is currently available.
