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NHTSA Recall 20V748000: Software (service brakes)

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,176 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Hyundai Kona Electric.

8,176
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2021
owners notified (January 25)
NHTSA campaign20V748000
Manufacturer campaign199
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › ELECTRIC › CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE
Report receivedDecember 1, 2020
Owner notificationJanuary 25, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Nexo Fuel Cell and 2019-2021 Kona Electric vehicles. The Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system may detect an abnormal sensor signal and as a result, may significantly reduce braking performance.

Safety risk

Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the IEB software, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 199.

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 covered by recall 20V748000

Make and modelModel years
Hyundai Kona Electric2019, 2020, 2021
Hyundai Nexo2019, 2020

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.