CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles. The 12-Volt battery cables may chafe against the engine control module bracket and short circuit during a crash.
- Risk
- A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 252.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The 12-volt battery cables may rub against the engine control module bracket. Over time, this chafing can lead to a short circuit, and a short circuit during a crash can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
An authorized Hyundai dealer will install protective sheathing over the wiring to prevent the cables from chafing. The repair is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2024. If you have questions, you can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Even if you have not received a letter, check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls and schedule the free repair at an authorized dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Kona | 2024 |
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