Recall 20V748000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Report Date
20201201
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Affected Vehicles
5 models

Defect Description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Nexo Fuel Cell and 2019-2021 Kona Electric vehicles. The Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system may detect an abnormal sensor signal and as a result, may significantly reduce braking performance.

Safety Consequence

Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the IEB software, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 199.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2019 HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC
2019 HYUNDAI NEXO
2020 HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC
2020 HYUNDAI NEXO
2021 HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.