Hyundai recalls plug-in hybrid Ioniq again in US

Hyundai Motor and the U.S. Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA) say the company has initiated another recall for the 2017 and 2018 Ioniq plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs).Traditional hybrid versions are also affected by the recall.

Hyundai has previously launched a recall for the model and offered a fix to dealers.However, the last repair program seems to be insufficient, and dealers may not be able to fully repair or replace the relevant parts.This means that the problem is still there, and it could still cause a noticeable failure, possibly even a fire.

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The first recall occurred in October 2018.However, four Ioniqs have recently caught fire after undergoing repairs at various Hyundai franchise dealers.Currently, NHTSA has learned that at least some dealers may have improperly recalled.Hyundai noted that they were aware of the four incidents and had received no reports of incidents or injuries related to the issue.

Hyundai says faulty hybrid components can overheat, owners may not be able to start their cars, and HEV fault lights will appear on the dashboard.This part is located under the rear seat and could cause the seat to catch fire.

The recall affects more than 10,000 Ioniq hybrid and PHEV models, including PHEV models built on August 10 and 11, 2017, and standard hybrids built between August 16, 2017 and November 16, 2017. motor vehicle.Once again, Hyundai will instruct dealers to replace the power relay assembly for the vehicle.

Notably, the new recall program replaces the original recall program.Even if a customer's Ioniq has already been repaired, they will still need to go back to the dealership for a new repair.