A fault could cause the battery management system to short-circuit, leading to a potential vehicle fire, according to the recall notice.
Hyundai Motor Company Australia has recalled a total of 4888 examples of its 2018-2023 Kona and 2018-2022 Ioniq electric vehicles (EVs) citing a potential fault with the software within the Battery Management System (BMS).
Between the two models, there are 3478 Konas and 1402 Ioniqs affected.
The recall notices for both models, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “A software issue in the Battery Management System (BMS) of both the Hyundai Kona and Ioniq may cause an electrical short circuit while charging or parked, leading to a vehicle fire.
“A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.”
The notices for the Kona EV and Ioniq EV can be found here.
| Date of recall notice | 9 April 2026 |
| Make | Hyundai |
| Model | Kona EV Ioniq EV |
| Year | 2018 to 2023 2018 to 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | Kona EV – 3478 Ioniq EV – 1402 |
| VIN list | Click here to download the list of affected Kona VINs Click here to download the list of affected Ioniq VINs |
| Contact link | Click here to contact the manufacturer |
A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 4888 vehicles involved in the recall can be found here for the Kona and here for the Ioniq.
Hyundai Motor Company Australia advises that owners of affected vehicles will be contacted in writing, asking them to schedule an appointment with an authorised dealer as soon as possible.
The EV battery will be diagnosed for a software update or battery cell fix, free of charge.
Owners can contact Hyundai Customer Care on 1800 186 306 or enter their VIN and find more information at the Safety recall section of the brand’s website.
To have your vehicle checked, find your closest Hyundai dealership by clicking here.
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