Hyundai and Kia Initiate Expansive Electric Vehicle Recalls Over Safety Concerns
Over 208,000 Hyundai and Kia electric vehicles are being recalled due to a potential loss of drive power caused by a damaged charging control unit.
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Hyundai and Kia are recalling more than 208,000 electric vehicles due to a potential safety issue that could result in loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. The issue pertains to the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU), which may get damaged and halt charging of the 12-volt battery. The recalled models include the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, and various Genesis vehicles. Owners will receive notification letters from December through January to schedule dealer inspections and necessary repairs, which will be conducted free of charge. This recall extends previous notices issued for similar issues.
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