Ioniq
Ioniq was recalled on 25 January 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0111/19. Fire risk reported by Portugal. The main relay of the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) under the rear seat may have been insufficiently tightened.
| Alert Number | A12/0111/19 |
| Brand | Hyundai |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Republic of Korea |
| Model Number | Model: Ioniq HEV/PHEV;EC-type approval number: e4*2007/46*1157*00. |
| Published | 25 January 2019 |
Risk Description
The main relay of the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) under the rear seat may have been insufficiently tightened. It may further loosen itself, increasing the electrical resistance, which may overheat the PRA increasing the risk of fire.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car under Hyundai recall code 81C068.
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Ioniq.
About this risk
This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.