Six different models have an integrated charge control unit that can be damaged, causing the driver to enter a creek without a paddle
November 22, 2024 15:50
- Hyundai Motor Group is recalling more than 200,000 electric vehicles that may lose driving power.
- Multiple models are affected, including the Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6, as well as the Genesis GV60, GV70 Electrified and GV80 Electrified.
- As part of the recall, dealers will update the software and inspect and replace the integrated charge control unit as needed.
Hyundai Motor Group is recalling 208,107 electric vehicles in the United States because they may lose driving power. The problem centers on the integrated charge control unit, which can become damaged and prevent the 12-volt battery from charging.
The recall is divided into two parts, one of which covers 62,872 Kia EV6s from the 2022-2024 model years. The second part is larger and involves 145,235 vehicles, including the 2022-2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5, 2023-2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6, 2023-2024 Genesis G80 Electrified, 2023-2025 Genesis GV70 Electrified and 2023-2025 Genesis GV60.
More: Hyundai, Kia, Genesis recall nearly all e-GMP electric vehicles in U.S.
According to the government, the integrated charge control unit can become damaged over time due to transient high voltages and thermal cycling. This will eventually prevent the 12-volt battery from charging, causing it to gradually drain. If this happens, the driver will be warned of a problem and may experience a “power taper.” If this continues, the vehicle may eventually lose all drive.
The EV6 was involved in a recall earlier this year, but one so-called “repair” vehicle suffered a loss of driving power in May. That sparked an investigation, and Kia ultimately found “88 unique cases of claimed loss of power” after the initial recall. Thankfully, no crashes, injuries, deaths or fires were reported.
For Hyundai and Genesis, a total of 57 reports were received between March 25 and November 5 this year. There were no injuries or crashes.
Owner notifications are expected to be issued in the coming weeks, and the remedy will be for dealers to inspect and replace the integrated charge control unit and its fuses (if necessary). Additionally, dealers will install updated software that “optimizes thermal management and peak voltage during operation.” Unfortunately, it’s a huge pain for technicians, as the EV6’s restoration process is a 26-step process that involves removing underbody paneling and removing the rear seats.
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