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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 18V704📅 Oct 12, 2018

2017–2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid recall: hybrid / ev battery

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
18V704000
Manufacturer recall #
178
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Vehicles affected
10,575
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER
Owner phone
1-855-371-9460
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 28, 2019
Built
Nov 16, 2016 – Aug 16, 2017
Recall started by
MFR
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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 18V704 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 18V704?

2017–2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid. 10,575 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Hyundai dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-855-371-9460.