As per Hyundai and NHTSA the automaker has issued another recall of the 2017 and 2018 Ioniq plug-in hybrid electric cars (PHEVs). The hybrid version that is traditional is also affected.
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If you're not aware For those who aren't aware, it appears that the South Korean automaker already addressed the same issue, recalling the vehicles, and then provided dealers with a fix.
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But it seems that the fix was not adequate or the dealers did not make repairs or replacements for the hybrid component in a timely manner.
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The issue is in place, and can cause significant problems, and eventually lead to the start of a fire. Consumer Reports notes that this is part of a series of Hyundai recalls that could be related to fires.
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The first recall was reported in October of 2018. However the 4 Ioniqs have caught fire following repairs in several Hyundai franchised dealers.
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Implemented the recall in a way that was not properly. Hyundai says it's only aware of four incidents and that there are no reported incidents or injuries that could be linked to the issue.
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There's a problem, in essence, with a hybrid component that can overheat. The owners could be not able to start their car or even turn on an HEV warning light displayed on the dashboard display.
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Although the recall affects over 10,000 Ioniq hybrids and PHEVs the affected PHEVs were manufactured between August 10 and 11, 2017.
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Hybrids of standard design that were manufactured between November 16 and 16, 2017 between August 16 and 16, 2017 are also affected.
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In the first NHTSA recall, 18V704, Hyundai had dealers inspect and replace the part that was defective however it appears that it didn't resolve the issue.
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Hyundai will, again, tell dealerships to change the relay's power in its new recall initiative 22V459.
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If you suspect that your Ioniq might be affected, talk at Hyundai by calling 855-371-9460. You will also receive a notification from Hyundai before the date of the end the month of August in 2022.
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