Hyundai to expand Kona EV recall to North America, Europe, report says

Hyundai's Kona electric vehicle — The Kona's battery cells, which are supplied by LG Chem, could pose a fire risk due to a possible short circuit, South Korea's transport ministry said.

By:

HEEKYONG YANG

By:

Reuters

October 12, 2020 10:32 AM

SEOUL -- Hyundai Motor Co is set to expand number of recalled Kona EVs over battery cell fire risks with plans to recall around 51,000 vehicles in North America, Europe, China and other markets, Yonhap news agency reported Sunday.

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