Two auto manufacturers have issued recall notices for about 46,000 electric vehicles in Canada over concerns the battery won’t charge properly, causing a loss of power.
Several electric vehicle models made by Hyundai and Kia have been recalled due to the potential the integrated charging control unit (ICCU) could become damaged.
If this happens, the 12-volt battery for the vehicle will fail to charge. While the vehicle will still operate, it will be in a reduced power mode, according to the Transport Canada recall notice.
In this reduced power state, there is a risk of loss of power to the wheels, which could increase the risk of a crash, the notice said.
“This problem will cause a warning light to turn on and warning messages to display before any loss of power,” Transport Canada said.
Models impacted are Hyundai Ioniq 5 (2022, 2023, 2024) and Ioniq 6 (2023, 2024, 2025); Genesis GV60 (2023, 2024), GV70 (2023, 2024, 2025), GV80 (2023, 2024); Kia EV6 (2022, 2023, 2024).
The recall notice affects 45,975 models sold in Canada, including 34,529 Genesis and Hyundai units and 11,445 Kia vehicles. Genesis vehicles are manufactured by Hyundai.
Manufacturers are expected to notify owners of affected vehicles by mail. Owners who receive a letter will be advised to take the vehicle to a dealership so the software can be updated. Dealerships will also inspect vehicles and replace the ICCU and ICCU fuse if needed, the recall notice said.
A similar recall has been issued in the United States, with an estimated 208,000 electric vehicles affected. Letters to U.S. car owners are expected to go out in December and January.
A recall notice was first issued on Nov. 18.
Vehicle owners who were included in an earlier recall for the same issue are advised to have their vehicle repaired again.
The recall comes about two months after Toyota Motor Corp. issued a recall for 5,585 Corolla Cross Hybrids over a braking issue. The problem affected 2023 and 2024 models.
The notice said some vehicles could experience a hard brake pedal, which can cause the stopping distance to be more than expected. The issue can increase the risk of a collision.
