Summary
- 145,235 Hyundai and Genesis EVs have been recalled due to potential issues with onboard chargers
- The recall includes several models produced between 2022 and 2025
- The issue may cause vehicles to enter a fail-safe driving mode with reduced power
- The remedy involves updating the charger’s software and inspecting/replacing faulty parts
- Owners can contact Hyundai and Genesis customer service for further information and to schedule recall work
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Hyundai is recalling 145,235 electric vehicles from its main brand and Genesis luxury brand due to a potential issue with onboard chargers that could lead to vehicles entering a fail-safe driving mode with reduced power. The recall affects models such as the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Hyundai Ioniq 6, Genesis GV60, Genesis Electrified GV70 SUVs, and Genesis Electrified G80 sedans, all of which are based on the same E-GMP dedicated EV platform. The problem arises from integrated charging control units in the vehicles being damaged by certain electrical loads, preventing them from charging the 12-volt batteries and leading to decreased power over time.
Drivers of the affected vehicles will receive warnings on the dashboard and hear audible chimes if the fault occurs. Despite the reduced power, other vehicle functions such as steering, brake assist, and airbags will remain operational. The remedy for this issue involves updating the charging control unit’s software, inspecting the unit and its fuse, and replacing them as necessary. Hyundai and Genesis dealers will complete this work free of charge for affected vehicle owners. Owner notification letters will be mailed out by Hyundai on January 17, 2025, with customers also being able to contact customer service for assistance.
The omission of 48-volt electronics in Hyundai’s E-GMP vehicles, which have advanced features like 800-volt charging, is surprising given the industry trend towards higher-voltage electrical systems in new vehicles. While some automakers have begun incorporating 48-volt hardware into their vehicles, Hyundai has not made this transition in its EVs. The Tesla Cybertruck is one of the few vehicles that has made the switch to 48-volt hardware, with Tesla even offering this technology to other automakers. Hyundai has introduced new solutions in some of its hybrids that eliminate the traditional lead-acid 12-volt battery, but this has not been extended to its EVs thus far.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the potential issue with the onboard chargers in the recalled Hyundai and Genesis EVs, which could lead to a loss in drive power. The fail-safe driving mode triggered by the damaged charging control units allows for full power initially but gradually decreases power over time. The recall affects a significant number of electric vehicles from both brands, with various models being included in the recall population. The remedy for the affected vehicles involves updating the charging control unit’s software and inspecting/replacing the unit and its fuse as necessary, with all work being conducted by Hyundai and Genesis dealers at no cost to the owners.
Despite the inclusion of various advanced features like 800-volt charging in Hyundai’s E-GMP vehicles, the omission of 48-volt electronics remains a surprising oversight. Most automakers are transitioning towards higher-voltage electrical systems in their new vehicles, with Tesla already incorporating 48-volt hardware in the Cybertruck and offering it to other manufacturers. Hyundai has yet to make the switch to 48-volt hardware in its EVs, despite introducing innovative solutions in some of its hybrids that eliminate traditional 12-volt batteries. This recall highlights the importance of thorough testing and quality control in electric vehicles to ensure the safety and reliability of these advanced technologies for consumers.
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