This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Hyundai Kona Ev.
120 MPGe combined
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 5 tested variants for this model year.
The 2019 Hyundai Kona EV has 3 recalls, the most serious being a high-voltage battery defect that can cause a short circuit and fire while the vehicle is parked, charging, or being driven.
The battery fire risk spans two related issues. In one case, an internal battery fault can cause a short circuit under any driving or charging condition. In the other, the battery management system cannot detect certain battery faults, leaving a short-circuit risk unaddressed after a full charge. Vehicles that received a battery replacement under a prior recall may not be subject to both campaigns, so checking your specific VIN against each recall is worth doing. On the braking side, a faulty sensor signal can cause the integrated electronic brake system to suddenly lose braking effectiveness, stretching stopping distances and raising crash risk. A brake warning light will illuminate on the dashboard if this occurs, but the reduction in stopping power happens before the warning appears.
At a glance
What can fail
An internal problem in the high-voltage battery can cause it to short circuit while the vehicle is parked, charging, or driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will lower your battery's charging limit to 80%. Later, Hyundai will replace the high-voltage battery when parts are available.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A faulty sensor signal to the brake system could cause braking power to drop suddenly. When this occurs, a warning light appears on your dashboard.
What the fix does
Hyundai will mail you instructions to visit a dealer, who will update your brake system software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-voltage battery's management system cannot detect certain problems, allowing the battery to short circuit after fully charging.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the battery, replace it if needed, and update the management system software to improve problem detection.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
