Hybrid propulsion systemRecall 17V-532 · 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric
Hyundai Motor America recall 17V-532 covers 218 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric for a hybrid propulsion system problem, reported to NHTSA on August 28, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q1) shows 77% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V532000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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 risk
If coolant contacts the EPCU, a stall may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
77%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 17, 2016 to March 30, 2017. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.