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Hyundai Nexo Recall 22V258: Hydrogen Sensors May Miss Leaks, Raising Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 22V258, reported April 14, 2022, 922 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain vehicles have hydrogen gas detection sensors that may fail to detect leaks in the hydrogen gas delivery system. A hydrogen gas leak can increase the risk of a fire, both while the vehicle is parked and while it is being driven.

Until the recall repair is completed, owners are advised to park the vehicle outside and away from structures. Dealers will replace the hydrogen gas detection sensors free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 12, 2022.

To check whether your vehicle is affected, and for questions about the remedy, contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and reference recall number 225. You can also check your VIN for open recalls on NHTSA's website.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V258Hyundai Motor America
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUEL CELL; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY
Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Nexo vehicles. The hydrogen gas detection sensors may fail to detect leaks in the hydrogen gas delivery system.
Risk
A hydrogen gas leak can increase the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the hydrogen gas detection sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 12, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 225.
Notes
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.

Affected vehicles

Hyundai Nexo201920202021