2019 HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC – fire hazard (2021)
A battery short-circuit in electric vehicles can significantly increase the risk of a fire.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2019 HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC
Brand
HYUNDAI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2019
Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2019 HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC vehicles due to electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery issues. An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.. WARNING: Park outside and away from structures until repaired.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the interim action is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and as an interim action, owners have the option to follow provided instructions to perform a battery update through the vehicle's infotainment system or request a Hyundai dealer to provide the update. Once parts are available, dealers will inspect the Battery System Assembly (BSA), and replace it if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk, and the interim action, with a letter mailed April 9, 2021. Final owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 200.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026