NHTSARecalled Dec 7, 2021 · #21V944000
Unintended Acceleration after Gas Pedal Release
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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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. Unexpected acceleration following gas pedal release can increase the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Unintended Acceleration after Gas Pedal Release
- 2017-2019 Ioniq electric
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Model numbers
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- UPCs
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What you should do
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.