The Hyundai Kona Electric faces new problems in Spain

Some models have problems operating correctly. This usually happens when they have only recently come onto the market, and those small defects are being corrected as they are detected. However, some units of these models may have these defects and pose a potential danger to users of that model. And this is what is happening with the Hyundai Kona Electric.

This model has been very well received by buyers of electric cars and has been sold in several markets. But from the start, several design flaws have been recorded that can cause an electrical system failure. This has led to the recall of many of these cars to fix the problems.

Recall in Spain

Spain has been one of the markets that has reacted to this problem, and the brand has called on Kona Electric owners to take their vehicles to the workshop to inspect the high-voltage battery and the braking system. The notice has been issued through the DGT and covers cars manufactured between 31 January 2018 and 20 March 2020.

The problems recorded relate to overheating of the high-voltage battery and a fault that causes the brake pedal to harden, which may pose a problem when driving. However, these problems are not present in every unit, so it may not be an issue for everyone.

In principle, the inspection will take no more than about 80 minutes. The solution involves a software update if necessary. If a more complex problem is detected, it could be fixed with a more costly and labour-intensive action, but one that will resolve any defect that left the factory.

South Korea has been the country that has issued the most recalls for owners of the Hyundai Kona Electric. In total, 25,564 units have undergone these inspections and modifications. In Korea, one of these cars exploded while parked in a garage. Another unit caught fire in Canada, although it may not be related to this issue.

However, it is important to heed the recall call issued by Hyundai through the DGT and go to the corresponding workshop to check that everything is correct and there is no problem with driving this model, which has been available in Spain since 27,440 euros. There are two powertrains: one with a 39.2 kWh battery, which provides a range of 305 kilometres and a power output equivalent to 136 CV.

As for the second version of the Hyundai Kona EV, it has a 64 kWh battery, with a range of 484 kilometres and a power output equivalent to 204 CV.

Technical specifications of this car

CrossoverHyundai Kona18 versions · from 30,190 €