Hyundai Kona Electric (Hyundai) – Brake System Fault (2020)
Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
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Check Your Product
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 service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module:software issues. Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
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