Recall Expansion Affects Several Brands’ E-SUVs
Battery issue to be remedied with software update to prevent loss of power.
The SUVs’ integrated charging control unit can gradually sustain damage and stop charging the battery.
Hyundai
In an expansion of a March recall, more than 200,000 Hyundai, Genesis and Kia electric vehicles are being recalled due to a battery issue that can result in power loss.
The SUVs’ integrated charging control unit can gradually sustain damage from “transient” high-voltage and thermal cycling, and consequently stop charging the battery, according to separate recall notices on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website.
Hyundai is the parent company of Kia, and Genesis is Hyundai’s luxury line.
Vehicles with the issue will progressively lose power, potentially losing it altogether and increasing crash risk. Warnings can include audible chimes and illumination of various warning lights, in which case drivers are cautioned to have the vehicle towed for repair.
Brand dealers will inspect the ICCU and replace it and its fuse as needed, along with updating its software with an improved version that more fully optimizes thermal management and peak voltage during operation of the electric vehicles, according to the recall notice.
The recall affects the:
2022 to 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5
2023 to 2025 Ioniq 6 and Genesis GV60, Electrified GV70
2023 to 2024 Genesis Electrified G80
2022 to 2024 Kia EV6
Notices are scheduled to be mailed to owners on Dec. 13.
Originally posted on Auto Dealer Today
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