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2017 Hyundai Ioniq (Hybrid / Electric / Plug-in) recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq (Hybrid / Electric / Plug-in). The most recent was reported on June 28, 2022. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: IONIQ ELECTRIC, IONIQ HYBRID, IONIQ PLUG-IN HYBRID.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq (Hybrid / Electric / Plug-in), newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
22V459000June 28, 2022Hybrid Propulsion System › Inverter
21V944000December 7, 2021Electrical System › Propulsion System › Charging › Module › Onboard (Obcm)
18V704000October 5, 2018Hybrid Propulsion System › Inverter
18V260000April 24, 2018Hybrid Propulsion System
17V532000August 28, 2017Hybrid Propulsion System

Systems involved: Hybrid Propulsion System (4) · Electrical System (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 22V459000Manufacturer no. 232

Hybrid Propulsion System › Inverter

Report received by NHTSA
June 28, 2022
Owner notification
August 23, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
10,575 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
IONIQ HYBRID, IONIQ PLUG-IN HYBRID

Defect summary

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ioniq HEV and Ionic PHV vehicles previously recalled under recall number 18V-704. The Power Relay Assembly (PRA) located underneath the rear seat may overheat.

Safety risk

An overheated PRA increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the main relay or PRA, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 232. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 18V-704. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V459000, filed by Hyundai Motor America. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V944000Manufacturer no. 215

Electrical System › Propulsion System › Charging › Module › Onboard (Obcm)

Report received by NHTSA
December 7, 2021
Owner notification
February 2, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
2,679 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
IONIQ ELECTRIC

Components: Electrical System › Propulsion System › Charging › Module › Onboard (Obcm); Electrical System › Software

Defect summary

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ioniq electric vehicles. An unstable electrical ground may cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode with reduced acceleration and power. In certain conditions while in fail-safe mode, the vehicle may accelerate after the gas pedal is released.

Safety risk

Unexpected acceleration following gas pedal release can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the EPCU (Electric Power Control Unit) software and repair the ground wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 215.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V944000, filed by Hyundai Motor America. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V704000Manufacturer no. 178

Hybrid Propulsion System › Inverter

Report received by NHTSA
October 5, 2018
Owner notification
February 28, 2019
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
10,575 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq (Hybrid / Electric / Plug-in)
November 16, 2016 – August 16, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record
IONIQ HYBRID

Defect summary

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.

Safety 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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V704000, filed by Hyundai Motor America. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V260000Manufacturer no. 176

Hybrid Propulsion System

Report received by NHTSA
April 24, 2018
Owner notification
June 18, 2018
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
10,156 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq (Hybrid / Electric / Plug-in)
November 16, 2016 – September 20, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record
IONIQ HYBRID

Defect summary

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid vehicles. The Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

Safety risk

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HCA caps for leaked oil and replace the HCA assembly if needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 176.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V260000, filed by Hyundai Motor America. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V532000Manufacturer no. 166

Hybrid Propulsion System

Report received by NHTSA
August 28, 2017
Owner notification
November 27, 2017
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
218 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq (Hybrid / Electric / Plug-in)
November 17, 2016 – March 30, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record
IONIQ ELECTRIC

Defect summary

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Ioniq Electric Vehicles. Manufacturing defects within the Electronic Power Control Unit (EPCU) may allow coolant to contact the unit's circuit board.

Safety risk

If coolant contacts the EPCU, a stall may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EPCU, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk are expected were mailed October 26, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 166.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V532000, filed by Hyundai Motor America. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: June 28, 2022.