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Important Safety Notice: Hyundai EV Recall in Australia

Hyundai has issued a safety recall for nearly 5,000 electric vehicles across Australia due to a potential fire risk associated with the vehicles' Battery Management System.

Here is what drivers and fleet managers need to know.

Affected Models

Hyundai Kona EV (Manufactured 2018–2023)

Hyundai Ioniq EV (Manufactured 2018–2022)

The Issue
A localized fault has been identified within the battery management software of these specific models. This issue may cause an electrical short circuit while the vehicle is charging or parked, which could potentially lead to a vehicle fire.

Next Steps for Owners
According to the federal transport department, Hyundai will proactively contact affected vehicle owners to arrange a full diagnostic assessment. Authorized dealers will then provide either a software update or a hardware repair to resolve the fault.

While recalls regarding fire risks are a serious matter, context is important. Data from EV Firesafe indicates that electric vehicle battery fires remain exceedingly rare in Australia, with the vast majority of historical incidents linked to external factors like collisions or arson rather than spontaneous battery failure.

If you or your organization operate one of the affected Hyundai models, please remain vigilant for communications from the manufacturer to ensure the necessary updates are completed promptly.

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