2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid recall: inverter

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall on October 5, 2018. It covers about 10,575 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 10,575
reported: Oct 5, 2018
owners notified: Feb 28, 2019
related complaints: 12

Hybrid propulsion system: inverter

What is wrong: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and 2018 Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.
Risk: The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the PRA will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑855‑371‑9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 178.

Recall number 18V704000

Affected vehicles

Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid 2017-2018 2017 2018

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 12 complaints about fuel system problems.

2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

Questions about recall 18V704000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid inverter?

Yes. Recall 18V704000, reported on October 5, 2018, covers about 10,575 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V704000?

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the PRA will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑855‑371‑9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 178.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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