NHTSA Safety Recalls
2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid Recalls
The 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid has 2 NHTSA safety recalls on file. Recall repairs are always free, whatever the car's age or mileage.
A recall covers a range of VINs, not every Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid built. Check your own 17-character VIN before assuming yours is affected.
2 recalls on the 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER
NHTSA 22V459000- The defect
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ioniq HEV and Ionic PHV vehicles previously recalled under recall number 18V-704. The Power Relay Assembly (PRA) located underneath the rear seat may overheat.
- The risk
- An overheated PRA increases the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the main relay or PRA, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 232. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 18V-704. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER
NHTSA 18V704000- The defect
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and 2018 Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.
- The risk
- The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the PRA will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 178.
Reported May 10, 2018 by Hyundai Motor America
Checking your own car
A recall applies to a range of VINs, not to every 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid built. To confirm whether yours is affected, find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb and enter it in NHTSA's official lookup.
Repairs for safety recalls are free and never expire. A dealer cannot charge you, and cannot refuse on the grounds that the car is old or out of warranty. If one does, call the NHTSA hotline on 1-888-327-4236.