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NHTSA Recall 23V901000: Cables (electrical system)

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10,984 vehicles. It affects 2024 Hyundai Kona.

10,984
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2024
owners notified (February 22)
NHTSA campaign23V901000
Manufacturer campaign252
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES
Report receivedDecember 26, 2023
Owner notificationFebruary 22, 2024
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles. The 12-Volt battery cables may chafe against the engine control module bracket and short circuit during a crash.

Safety risk

A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Remedy

Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 252.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V901000

Make and modelModel years
Hyundai Kona2024

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.