Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Hyundai Motor Company Australia Pty Ltd
Recall date: 18 November 2020
The Lithium-ion battery may have internal damage or the battery management system (BMS) control software may cause an electrical short circuit after charging.
If an electrical short circuit occurs, this could result in a vehicle fire which can increase the risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, bystanders and/or damage to property.
Affected vehicles need to be parked in an open space and away from flammable materials and structures, that is, not in a garage. Consumers should only charge their vehicles up to 90% of its battery capacity. Hyundai Motor Company Australia will notify affected owners and invite them to take their vehicles to an authorised Hyundai dealership to have the EV Battery diagnosed for a software update or battery cell rectification. Affected consumers can find their nearest dealer by visiting https://www.hyundai.com.au/dealer For further information, consumers can contact Hyundai's Customer Care Centre on 1800 186 306.
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Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000604