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2019-2021 Hyundai Kona Electric and Hyundai Nexo recall: software

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall on December 1, 2020. It covers about 8,176 vehicles.

vehicles affected
8,176
reported
Dec 1, 2020
owners notified
Jan 25, 2021
related complaints
12

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: electric: control module: software

What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 20V748000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 12 complaints about brakes problems.

Questions about recall 20V748000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2021 Hyundai Kona Electric and Hyundai Nexo software?

Yes. Recall 20V748000, reported on December 1, 2020, covers about 8,176 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 20V748000?

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.

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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