2024 Hyundai Kona Battery Cable Recall (23V901)
Hyundai Motor America · 10,984 vehicles · Reported December 26, 2023
Hyundai Motor America is recalling 10,984 2024 Hyundai Kona vehicles. The 12-Volt battery cables may chafe against the engine control module bracket and short circuit during a crash. A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V901 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V901000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 252 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | December 26, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Vehicles | 2024 Hyundai Kona |
| Units affected | 10,984 |
| Component | Electrical System > 12V / 24V / 48V Battery > Cables |
| Safety risk | A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Hyundai Kona in recall 23V901?
The 12-Volt battery cables may chafe against the engine control module bracket and short circuit during a crash.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles. The 12-Volt battery cables may chafe against the engine control module bracket and short circuit during a crash.
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Kona with recall 23V901?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the cables.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V901?
Recall 23V901 covers 10,984 vehicles: 2024 Hyundai Kona.
NHTSA lists 10,984 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hyundai | Kona |
What is the fix for the Kona battery cable recall?
Yes. Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge.
Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 252.
When was recall 23V901 announced?
Hyundai Motor America reported recall 23V901 to NHTSA on December 26, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as February 22, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| December 26, 2023 | Hyundai Motor America filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V901000. |
| February 22, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 33 months ago. If your Kona was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Kona is part of recall 23V901?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V901 is open on your Kona, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V901000 is open on your Kona, it will be listed there, along with Hyundai recall number 252. You can also ask any Hyundai dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Kona owners do about recall 23V901?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V901000 applies to your Kona.
- Call a Hyundai dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any cables symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Kona owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 28 of them about the electrical system.
Since recall 23V901 was reported on December 26, 2023, owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 4 of them (14%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the electrical system and were received on or after December 26, 2023, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related electrical system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 52 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 28 of them involve the electrical system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Hyundai Kona: 52 complaints in total, 28 about the electrical system
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Kona. The contact was away from the residence for several weeks, and after returning, while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact called for Roadside Service who was also unable to start the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer.
2024 Hyundai Kona owner, NC, NHTSA complaint 11644875, filed February 25, 2025
5 minutes into my drive my the whole dashboard (speedometer and music screen) all went black, & my headlights went out. this lasted for about 3 seconds. not sure what happened or why but not something that should happen with such a new car.
2024 Hyundai Kona owner, IL, NHTSA complaint 11670123, filed June 29, 2025
A few different days over the past few months. Driving heated seats stopped working. Check engine warning light on intermittently. Key fob not working. Multiple error codes stored in system cleared by dealer. shut down the car screen has stayed on. AC light has stayed on when car is off.
2024 Hyundai Kona owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11672914, filed July 11, 2025
Can recall 23V901 make my Kona a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this cables recall means their Kona qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Electrical faults are hard to diagnose, so dealers often try several fixes before one works, if one works at all. That pattern of repeat visits for the same cables problem is common in lemon law claims.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V901
Did the recall 23V901 fix work?
Since recall 23V901 was reported on December 26, 2023, owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 4 of them (14%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed February 22, 2024.
Is the 23V901000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Kona is part of recall 23V901000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V901000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Hyundai. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.